SettingsSongwriters Hall of Fame inductees
Adolph Green
Adolph Green (December 2, 1914 – October 23, 2002) was an American lyricist and playwright who, with long-time collaborator Betty Comden, penned the screenplays and songs for some of the m...
Adolph Green (December 2, 1914 – October 23, 2002) was an American lyricist and playwright who, with long-time collaborator Betty Comden, penned the screenplays and songs for some of the m...
Al Dubin
Alexander "Al" Dubin (June 10, 1891 - February 11, 1945) was an American lyricist.
Alexander "Al" Dubin (June 10, 1891 - February 11, 1945) was an American lyricist.
Al Hoffman
Al Hoffman (September 25, 1902 – July 21, 1960), a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame since 1984, was a hit songwriter active in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s, usually co-writing with ot...
Al Hoffman (September 25, 1902 – July 21, 1960), a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame since 1984, was a hit songwriter active in the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s, usually co-writing with ot...
Al Stillman
Al Stillman (June 26, 1906–1979) was an American lyricist.
Al Stillman (June 26, 1906–1979) was an American lyricist.
Alan Bergman
Alan Bergman is an American lyricist and songwriter.
Alan Bergman is an American lyricist and songwriter.
Alan Jay Lerner
Alan Jay Lerner (August 31, 1918 – June 14, 1986) was an American lyricist and librettist.
Alan Jay Lerner (August 31, 1918 – June 14, 1986) was an American lyricist and librettist.
Albert Von Tilzer
Albert Von Tilzer was an American songwriter, the younger brother of fellow songwriter Harry Von Tilzer.
Albert Von Tilzer was an American songwriter, the younger brother of fellow songwriter Harry Von Tilzer.
Alec Wilder
Alec Wilder was an American composer.
Alec Wilder was an American composer.
Alfred Bryan
Alfred Bryan was a United States songwriter and pacifist.
Alfred Bryan was a United States songwriter and pacifist.
Allie Wrubel
Allie Wrubel (January 15, 1905 – December 13, 1973) was an American composer and songwriter.
Allie Wrubel (January 15, 1905 – December 13, 1973) was an American composer and songwriter.
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Baron Lloyd-Webber Kt. is an English composer and impresario of musical theatre.
Andrew Lloyd Webber, Baron Lloyd-Webber Kt. is an English composer and impresario of musical theatre.
Andy Razaf
Andy Razaf (December 16, 1895 – February 3, 1973) was an American poet, composer and lyricist of such well-known songs as "Ain't Misbehavin'" and "Honeysuckle Rose".
Andy Razaf (December 16, 1895 – February 3, 1973) was an American poet, composer and lyricist of such well-known songs as "Ain't Misbehavin'" and "Honeysuckle Rose".
Anne Caldwell
Anne Caldwell (August 30, 1867 – October 22, 1936), also known as Anne Caldwell O'Dea, was a librettist and lyricist.
Anne Caldwell (August 30, 1867 – October 22, 1936), also known as Anne Caldwell O'Dea, was a librettist and lyricist.
Antonio Carlos Jobim
Antônio Carlos Brasileiro de Almeida Jobim, also known as Tom Jobim, was a Brazilian songwriter, composer, arranger, singer, and pianist/guitarist.
Antônio Carlos Brasileiro de Almeida Jobim, also known as Tom Jobim, was a Brazilian songwriter, composer, arranger, singer, and pianist/guitarist.
Antônio Carlos Jobim
Antonio Carlos Brasileiro de Almeida Jobim (January 25, 1927December 8, 1994), also known as Tom Jobim, was a Brazilian songwriter, composer, arranger, singer, and pianist/guitarist.
Antonio Carlos Brasileiro de Almeida Jobim (January 25, 1927December 8, 1994), also known as Tom Jobim, was a Brazilian songwriter, composer, arranger, singer, and pianist/guitarist.
Arthur Freed
Arthur Freed was born Arthur Grossman in Charleston, South Carolina.
Arthur Freed was born Arthur Grossman in Charleston, South Carolina.
Arthur Johnston (composer)
Arthur Johnston (January 10, 1898 – May 1, 1954) was a composer known for such works as “Mandy, Make Up Your Mind,” "Pennies From Heaven," and many others.
Arthur Johnston (January 10, 1898 – May 1, 1954) was a composer known for such works as “Mandy, Make Up Your Mind,” "Pennies From Heaven," and many others.
Ballard MacDonald
Ballard MacDonald was a Tin Pan Alley lyricist.
Ballard MacDonald was a Tin Pan Alley lyricist.
Barrett Strong
Barrett Strong is an American singer and songwriter.
Barrett Strong is an American singer and songwriter.
Barry Gibb
Barry Alan Crompton Gibb, CBE (born 1 September 1946) is a singer, songwriter, producer and both the eldest and last surviving Gibb brother.
Barry Alan Crompton Gibb, CBE (born 1 September 1946) is a singer, songwriter, producer and both the eldest and last surviving Gibb brother.
Barry Mann
Barry Mann (born Barry Imberman, 9 February 1939, Brooklyn, New York) is an American songwriter, and part of a successful songwriting partnership with his wife, Cynthia Weil.
Barry Mann (born Barry Imberman, 9 February 1939, Brooklyn, New York) is an American songwriter, and part of a successful songwriting partnership with his wife, Cynthia Weil.
Benny Davis
Benny Davis (August 21, 1895 – December 20, 1979) was a vaudeville performer and writer of popular songs.
Benny Davis (August 21, 1895 – December 20, 1979) was a vaudeville performer and writer of popular songs.
Bernie Taupin
Bernard John "Bernie" Taupin is an English lyricist, poet, and singer, best known for his long-term collaboration with Elton John, writing the lyrics for the majority of the star's songs, making...
Bernard John "Bernie" Taupin is an English lyricist, poet, and singer, best known for his long-term collaboration with Elton John, writing the lyrics for the majority of the star's songs, making...
Bert Kalmar
Bert Kalmar (February 10, 1884 - September 18, 1947) was a Jewish American lyricist.
Bert Kalmar (February 10, 1884 - September 18, 1947) was a Jewish American lyricist.
Betty Comden
Betty Comden (May 3, 1917 November 23, 2006) was one-half of the musical-comedy duo Comden and Green, who provided lyrics, libretti, and screenplays to some of the most beloved and successful Ho...
Betty Comden (May 3, 1917 November 23, 2006) was one-half of the musical-comedy duo Comden and Green, who provided lyrics, libretti, and screenplays to some of the most beloved and successful Ho...
Bill Withers
William Harrison "Bill" Withers, Jr. is an American singer-songwriter and musician who performed and recorded from 1970 until 1985.
William Harrison "Bill" Withers, Jr. is an American singer-songwriter and musician who performed and recorded from 1970 until 1985.
Billy Strayhorn
William Thomas "Billy" Strayhorn was an American composer, pianist and arranger, best known for his successful collaboration with bandleader and composer Duke Ellington lasting nearly three decades.
William Thomas "Billy" Strayhorn was an American composer, pianist and arranger, best known for his successful collaboration with bandleader and composer Duke Ellington lasting nearly three decades.
Bob Crewe
Bob Crewe (born Stanley Robert Crewe, November 12, 1931, Newark, New Jersey) is an US songwriter, dancer, singer, manager, record producer and fine artist.
Bob Crewe (born Stanley Robert Crewe, November 12, 1931, Newark, New Jersey) is an US songwriter, dancer, singer, manager, record producer and fine artist.
Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan, born Robert Allen Zimmerman on May 24, 1941, is an American singer-songwriter, musician and artist.
Bob Dylan, born Robert Allen Zimmerman on May 24, 1941, is an American singer-songwriter, musician and artist.
Bob Gaudio
Robert John "Bob" Gaudio is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer, and the keyboardist/backing vocalist for The Four Seasons.
Robert John "Bob" Gaudio is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer, and the keyboardist/backing vocalist for The Four Seasons.
Bob Hilliard
Bob Hilliard was an American lyricist.
Bob Hilliard was an American lyricist.
Bob Russell (songwriter)
Sidney Keith "Bob" Russell, (25 April 1914 - February 1970) was an American songwriter (mainly lyricist) born in Passaic, New Jersey.
Sidney Keith "Bob" Russell, (25 April 1914 - February 1970) was an American songwriter (mainly lyricist) born in Passaic, New Jersey.
Bobby Darin
Bobby Darin (born Walden Robert Cassotto; May 14, 1936 – December 20, 1973) was an American singer who performed in a range of music genres, including pop, rock, jazz, folk and country.
Bobby Darin (born Walden Robert Cassotto; May 14, 1936 – December 20, 1973) was an American singer who performed in a range of music genres, including pop, rock, jazz, folk and country.
Bobby Weinstein
Bobby Weinstein (born 1939) is an American songwriter, singer, and music industry executive, whose hit songs, mostly co-written with Teddy Randazzo, include "Goin' Out Of My Head", "It's Gonna ...
Bobby Weinstein (born 1939) is an American songwriter, singer, and music industry executive, whose hit songs, mostly co-written with Teddy Randazzo, include "Goin' Out Of My Head", "It's Gonna ...
Brian Holland
Brian Holland is an American songwriter and record producer, best known as a member of Holland–Dozier–Holland, the songwriting and production team that was responsible for much of the Motown sou...
Brian Holland is an American songwriter and record producer, best known as a member of Holland–Dozier–Holland, the songwriting and production team that was responsible for much of the Motown sou...
Brian Wilson
Brian Douglas Wilson is an American musician, best known as the leader and chief songwriter of the group The Beach Boys.
Brian Douglas Wilson is an American musician, best known as the leader and chief songwriter of the group The Beach Boys.
Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen, nicknamed "The Boss," is an American singer-songwriter-performer who records and tours with the E Street Band.
Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen, nicknamed "The Boss," is an American singer-songwriter-performer who records and tours with the E Street Band.
Bud Green
Bud Green was an Austrian-born songwriter.
Bud Green was an Austrian-born songwriter.
Buddy DeSylva
George Gard "Buddy" DeSylva was an American songwriter, film producer and record executive.
George Gard "Buddy" DeSylva was an American songwriter, film producer and record executive.
Buddy Holly
Charles Hardin Holley (September 7, 1936 – February 3, 1959), known professionally as Buddy Holly, was an American singer-songwriter and a pioneer of rock and roll.
Charles Hardin Holley (September 7, 1936 – February 3, 1959), known professionally as Buddy Holly, was an American singer-songwriter and a pioneer of rock and roll.
Burton Lane
Burton Lane (February 2, 1912 – January 5, 1997) was an American composer and lyricist.
Burton Lane (February 2, 1912 – January 5, 1997) was an American composer and lyricist.
Carole Bayer Sager
Carole Bayer Sager is an American lyricist, songwriter, singer, and painter.
Carole Bayer Sager is an American lyricist, songwriter, singer, and painter.
Carolyn Leigh
Carolyn Leigh (August 21, 1926 – November 19, 1983) was an American lyricist for Broadway, movies, and popular songs.
Carolyn Leigh (August 21, 1926 – November 19, 1983) was an American lyricist for Broadway, movies, and popular songs.
Carrie Jacobs-Bond
Carrie Minetta Jacobs-Bond (August 11, 1862 – December 28, 1946) was an American singer, pianist, and songwriter who composed some 175 pieces of popular sheet music from the 1890s through...
Carrie Minetta Jacobs-Bond (August 11, 1862 – December 28, 1946) was an American singer, pianist, and songwriter who composed some 175 pieces of popular sheet music from the 1890s through...
Chancellor Olcott
Chancellor "Chauncey" Olcott (July 21, 1858 – March 18, 1932) was an Irish American stage actor, songwriter and singer.
Chancellor "Chauncey" Olcott (July 21, 1858 – March 18, 1932) was an Irish American stage actor, songwriter and singer.
Charles Aznavour
Charles Aznavour, OC is an Armenian-French singer, songwriter, actor, public activist and diplomat.
Charles Aznavour, OC is an Armenian-French singer, songwriter, actor, public activist and diplomat.
Charles Fox (composer)
Charles Ira Fox (born October 30, 1940) is an American composer for film and television.
Charles Ira Fox (born October 30, 1940) is an American composer for film and television.
Charles K. Harris
Charles Kassel Harris (May 1, 1867 – December 22, 1930) was a well regarded American songwriter of popular music.
Charles Kassel Harris (May 1, 1867 – December 22, 1930) was a well regarded American songwriter of popular music.
Charles Strouse
Charles Strouse (born June 7, 1928) is an American composer and lyricist.
Charles Strouse (born June 7, 1928) is an American composer and lyricist.
Charles Tobias
Charles Tobias was an American songwriter.
Charles Tobias was an American songwriter.
Chuck Berry
Charles Edward Anderson "Chuck" Berry (born October 18, 1926) is an American guitarist, singer and songwriter, and one of the pioneers of rock and roll music.
Charles Edward Anderson "Chuck" Berry (born October 18, 1926) is an American guitarist, singer and songwriter, and one of the pioneers of rock and roll music.
Clarence Williams (musician)
Clarence Williams (October 8, 1898 – November 6, 1965) was an American jazz pianist, composer, promoter, vocalist, theatrical producer, and publisher.
Clarence Williams (October 8, 1898 – November 6, 1965) was an American jazz pianist, composer, promoter, vocalist, theatrical producer, and publisher.
Con Conrad
Con Conrad was an American songwriter and producer.
Con Conrad was an American songwriter and producer.
Curtis Mayfield
Curtis Lee Mayfield was an African-American soul, R&B, and funk singer, songwriter, and record producer.
Curtis Lee Mayfield was an African-American soul, R&B, and funk singer, songwriter, and record producer.
Cy Coleman
Cy Coleman (June 14, 1929 - November 18, 2004) was an American composer, songwriter, and jazz pianist.
Cy Coleman (June 14, 1929 - November 18, 2004) was an American composer, songwriter, and jazz pianist.
Cynthia Weil
Cynthia Weil (born October 18, 1940, New York) is a prominent American songwriter.
Cynthia Weil (born October 18, 1940, New York) is a prominent American songwriter.
Dan Emmett
Daniel Decatur "Dan" Emmett was an American songwriter and entertainer, founder of the first troupe of the blackface minstrel tradition.
Daniel Decatur "Dan" Emmett was an American songwriter and entertainer, founder of the first troupe of the blackface minstrel tradition.
Daryl Hall
Daryl Hall is an American rock, R&B and soul singer, keyboardist, guitarist, songwriter and producer, best known as the co-founder and lead vocalist of Hall & Oates.
Daryl Hall is an American rock, R&B and soul singer, keyboardist, guitarist, songwriter and producer, best known as the co-founder and lead vocalist of Hall & Oates.
Dave Bartholomew
Dave Bartholomew (born December 24, 1920, Edgard, Louisiana) is a musician, band leader, composer and arranger, prominent in the music of New Orleans throughout the second half of the 20th century.
Dave Bartholomew (born December 24, 1920, Edgard, Louisiana) is a musician, band leader, composer and arranger, prominent in the music of New Orleans throughout the second half of the 20th century.
Dave Dreyer
Dave Dreyer is a composer and pianist born on September 22, 1894 in Brooklyn, New York.
Dave Dreyer is a composer and pianist born on September 22, 1894 in Brooklyn, New York.
David Porter (musician)
David Porter is an American soul musician.
David Porter is an American soul musician.
Doc Pomus
Jerome Solon Felder, better known as Doc Pomus (June 27, 1925 - March 14, 1991), was a twentieth-century American blues singer and songwriter.
Jerome Solon Felder, better known as Doc Pomus (June 27, 1925 - March 14, 1991), was a twentieth-century American blues singer and songwriter.
Dolly Parton
Dolly Rebecca Parton is an American singer-songwriter, author, multi-instrumentalist, actress and philanthropist, best known for her work in country music.
Dolly Rebecca Parton is an American singer-songwriter, author, multi-instrumentalist, actress and philanthropist, best known for her work in country music.
Don Henley
Donald Hugh "Don" Henley (born July 22, 1947, in Gilmer, Texas) is an American singer, songwriter and drummer, best known as a founding member of the Eagles before launching a successful solo career.
Donald Hugh "Don" Henley (born July 22, 1947, in Gilmer, Texas) is an American singer, songwriter and drummer, best known as a founding member of the Eagles before launching a successful solo career.
Don Raye
Don Raye (March 16, 1909 January 29, 1985), born Donald MacRae Wilhoite, Jr., in Washington, D.C., was an American vaudevillian and songwriter, best known for his songs for the Andr...
Don Raye (March 16, 1909 January 29, 1985), born Donald MacRae Wilhoite, Jr., in Washington, D.C., was an American vaudevillian and songwriter, best known for his songs for the Andr...
Dorothy Fields
Dorothy Fields (July 15, 1905 – March 28, 1974) was an American librettist and lyricist.
Dorothy Fields (July 15, 1905 – March 28, 1974) was an American librettist and lyricist.
Duke Ellington
Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington was an American composer, pianist, and big-band leader.
Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington was an American composer, pianist, and big-band leader.
Eben E. Rexford
Eben Eugene Rexford (16 July 1848 - 18 October 1916) was an American writer and poet, and author of lyrics to popular and gospel songs.
Eben Eugene Rexford (16 July 1848 - 18 October 1916) was an American writer and poet, and author of lyrics to popular and gospel songs.
Eddie DeLange
Eddie DeLange (15 January 1904 - 15 July 1949) was an American bandleader and lyricist.
Eddie DeLange (15 January 1904 - 15 July 1949) was an American bandleader and lyricist.
Edgar Leslie
Edgar Leslie (December 31, 1885, Stamford, Connecticut – 1976) was an American songwriter.
Edgar Leslie (December 31, 1885, Stamford, Connecticut – 1976) was an American songwriter.
Edward Eliscu
Edward Eliscu was a lyricist, playwright, producer and actor.
Edward Eliscu was a lyricist, playwright, producer and actor.
Edward Heyman
Edward Heyman (March 14, 1907October 16, 1981) was an American musician and lyricist, best known for his compositions "Body and Soul", "When I Fall in Love", and "For Sentimental Reasons".
Edward Heyman (March 14, 1907October 16, 1981) was an American musician and lyricist, best known for his compositions "Body and Soul", "When I Fall in Love", and "For Sentimental Reasons".
Edward Holland, Jr.
Edward Holland, Jr. is an American singer, songwriter and record producer.
Edward Holland, Jr. is an American singer, songwriter and record producer.
Edward Madden
Edward Madden (July 17, 1878 – March 11, 1952) was an American lyricist.
Edward Madden (July 17, 1878 – March 11, 1952) was an American lyricist.
Egbert Van Alstyne
Egbert Anson Van Alstyne was a United States songwriter and pianist.
Egbert Anson Van Alstyne was a United States songwriter and pianist.
Ellie Greenwich
Eleanor Louise "Ellie" Greenwich was an American pop music singer, songwriter, and record producer.
Eleanor Louise "Ellie" Greenwich was an American pop music singer, songwriter, and record producer.
Elton John
Sir Elton Hercules John, CBE is an English rock singer-songwriter, composer, pianist and occasional actor.
Sir Elton Hercules John, CBE is an English rock singer-songwriter, composer, pianist and occasional actor.
Ernest Ball
Ernest R. Ball (July 22, 1878 – May 3, 1927) was a United States singer and songwriter, most famous for composing the music for the song "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" in 1912.
Ernest R. Ball (July 22, 1878 – May 3, 1927) was a United States singer and songwriter, most famous for composing the music for the song "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" in 1912.
Ernesto Lecuona
Ernesto Lecuona y Casado (August 6, 1895 Guanabacoa, Havana, Cuba - November 29, 1963 Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain) was a Cuban composer and pianist of Canarian father and Cuban...
Ernesto Lecuona y Casado (August 6, 1895 Guanabacoa, Havana, Cuba - November 29, 1963 Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain) was a Cuban composer and pianist of Canarian father and Cuban...
Ervin Drake
Ervin Drake, born Ervin Maurice Druckman is an American songwriter whose works include such American Songbook standards as "It Was a Very Good Year".
Ervin Drake, born Ervin Maurice Druckman is an American songwriter whose works include such American Songbook standards as "It Was a Very Good Year".
Fats Domino
Antoine Dominique "Fats" Domino Jr. is an American R&B and rock and roll pianist and singer-songwriter.
Antoine Dominique "Fats" Domino Jr. is an American R&B and rock and roll pianist and singer-songwriter.
Fats Waller
Fats Waller (May 21, 1904 – December 15, 1943), born Thomas Wright Waller, was a jazz pianist, organist, composer, singer, and comedic entertainer.
Fats Waller (May 21, 1904 – December 15, 1943), born Thomas Wright Waller, was a jazz pianist, organist, composer, singer, and comedic entertainer.
Felice and Boudleaux Bryant
Felice Bryant (August 7, 1925 – April 22, 2003) and Boudleaux Bryant (February 13, 1920 – June 25, 1987) were an American husband-and-wife country music and pop songwriting team best known...
Felice Bryant (August 7, 1925 – April 22, 2003) and Boudleaux Bryant (February 13, 1920 – June 25, 1987) were an American husband-and-wife country music and pop songwriting team best known...
Francis Scott Key
Francis Scott Key was an American lawyer, author, and amateur poet, from Georgetown, who wrote the lyrics to the United States' national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner".
Francis Scott Key was an American lawyer, author, and amateur poet, from Georgetown, who wrote the lyrics to the United States' national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner".
Frank Loesser
Frank Henry Loesser was an American songwriter who wrote the lyrics and scores to the Broadway hits Guys and Dolls and How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying, among others.
Frank Henry Loesser was an American songwriter who wrote the lyrics and scores to the Broadway hits Guys and Dolls and How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying, among others.
Fred E. Ahlert
Fred Emil Ahlert (19 September 1892 – 20 October 1953) was an American composer and songwriter.
Fred Emil Ahlert (19 September 1892 – 20 October 1953) was an American composer and songwriter.
Fred Ebb
Fred Ebb was an American musical theatre lyricist who had many successful collaborations with composer John Kander.
Fred Ebb was an American musical theatre lyricist who had many successful collaborations with composer John Kander.
Fred Fisher
Fred Fisher was an American songwriter and Tin Pan Alley music publisher.
Fred Fisher was an American songwriter and Tin Pan Alley music publisher.
Fred Rose (musician)
Fred Rose was an American Hall of Fame songwriter and music publishing executive.
Fred Rose was an American Hall of Fame songwriter and music publishing executive.
Gamble and Huff
Kenneth Gamble and Leon A. Huff are an American songwriting and record production team who have written and produced over 170 gold and platinum records.
Kenneth Gamble and Leon A. Huff are an American songwriting and record production team who have written and produced over 170 gold and platinum records.
Gene de Paul
Gene de Paul (June 17, 1919 – February 27, 1988) was an American pianist, composer and songwriter.
Gene de Paul (June 17, 1919 – February 27, 1988) was an American pianist, composer and songwriter.
George Frederick Root
George Frederick Root (30 August 1820 – 6 August 1895) was an American songwriter, who found particular fame during the American Civil War.
George Frederick Root (30 August 1820 – 6 August 1895) was an American songwriter, who found particular fame during the American Civil War.
George M. Cohan
George Michael Cohan, known professionally as George M. Cohan, was a major American entertainer, playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer and producer.
George Michael Cohan, known professionally as George M. Cohan, was a major American entertainer, playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer and producer.
Gerry Goffin
Gerry Goffin is an American lyricist.
Gerry Goffin is an American lyricist.
Glenn Frey
Glenn Lewis Frey is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and actor, best known as a founding member of the Eagles.
Glenn Lewis Frey is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and actor, best known as a founding member of the Eagles.
Gordon Jenkins
Gordon Hill Jenkins (May 12, 1910 – May 1, 1984) was an American arranger, composer and pianist who was an influential figure in popular music in the 1940s and 1950s, renowned for his lush strin...
Gordon Hill Jenkins (May 12, 1910 – May 1, 1984) was an American arranger, composer and pianist who was an influential figure in popular music in the 1940s and 1950s, renowned for his lush strin...
Hank Williams
Hank Williams, born Hiram King Williams, was an American singer-songwriter and musician regarded as one of the most important country music artists of all time.
Hank Williams, born Hiram King Williams, was an American singer-songwriter and musician regarded as one of the most important country music artists of all time.
Harlan Howard
Harlan Perry Howard (September 8, 1927 – March 3, 2002) was a prolific American songwriter, principally in country music.
Harlan Perry Howard (September 8, 1927 – March 3, 2002) was a prolific American songwriter, principally in country music.
Harold Adamson
Harold Adamson (December 10, 1906 – August 17, 1980) was an American lyricist during the 1930s and 1940s.
Harold Adamson (December 10, 1906 – August 17, 1980) was an American lyricist during the 1930s and 1940s.
Harold Arlen
Harold Arlen (February 15, 1905 – April 23, 1986) was an American composer of popular music, having written over 500 songs, a number of which have become known the world over.
Harold Arlen (February 15, 1905 – April 23, 1986) was an American composer of popular music, having written over 500 songs, a number of which have become known the world over.
Harold Rome
Harold Jacob Rome (May 27, 1908, Hartford, Connecticut – October 26, 1993, New York City, NY) was an American composer, lyricist, and writer for musical theater.
Harold Jacob Rome (May 27, 1908, Hartford, Connecticut – October 26, 1993, New York City, NY) was an American composer, lyricist, and writer for musical theater.
Harry Akst
Harry Akst was an American songwriter who started out his career as a pianist in vaudeville accompanying singers such as Nora Bayes, Frank Fay and Al Jolson.
Harry Akst was an American songwriter who started out his career as a pianist in vaudeville accompanying singers such as Nora Bayes, Frank Fay and Al Jolson.
Harry B. Smith
Harry Bache Smith ( December 28, 1860 – January 1, 1936 ) was a writer, lyricist and composer.
Harry Bache Smith ( December 28, 1860 – January 1, 1936 ) was a writer, lyricist and composer.
Harry Carroll
Harry Carroll, a famous American songwriter, pianist and composer, was born on November 28, 1892, in Atlantic City, New Jersey and died December 26, 1962, in Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania.
Harry Carroll, a famous American songwriter, pianist and composer, was born on November 28, 1892, in Atlantic City, New Jersey and died December 26, 1962, in Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania.
Harry M. Woods
Henry MacGregor Woods (November 4, 1896 - January 14, 1970) was a Tin Pan Alley songwriter and pianist.
Henry MacGregor Woods (November 4, 1896 - January 14, 1970) was a Tin Pan Alley songwriter and pianist.
Harry Revel
Harry Revel was an English composer of musical theatre.
Harry Revel was an English composer of musical theatre.
Harry Ruby
Harry Ruby was a Jewish American songwriter and screenwriter.
Harry Ruby was a Jewish American songwriter and screenwriter.
Harry Tierney
Harry Austin Tierney (May 21, 1890 – March 22, 1965) was a successful American composer of musical theatre, best known for long-running hits such as Irene (1919), Broadway's longest-running ...
Harry Austin Tierney (May 21, 1890 – March 22, 1965) was a successful American composer of musical theatre, best known for long-running hits such as Irene (1919), Broadway's longest-running ...
Harry Tobias
Harry Tobias was an American lyricist.
Harry Tobias was an American lyricist.
Hart Pease Danks
Hart Pease Danks (6 April 1834 – 20 November 1903) was a musician who specialised in composing, singing and leading choral groups.
Hart Pease Danks (6 April 1834 – 20 November 1903) was a musician who specialised in composing, singing and leading choral groups.
Haven Gillespie
James Lamont "Haven" Gillespie (February 6, 1888 – March 14, 1975) was an American Tin Pan Alley composer and lyricist.
James Lamont "Haven" Gillespie (February 6, 1888 – March 14, 1975) was an American Tin Pan Alley composer and lyricist.
Henry Clay Work
Henry Clay Work (October 1, 1832 – June 8, 1884) was an American composer and songwriter.
Henry Clay Work (October 1, 1832 – June 8, 1884) was an American composer and songwriter.
Henry Cosby
Henry "Hank" R. Cosby was an American songwriter and record producer for Motown.
Henry "Hank" R. Cosby was an American songwriter and record producer for Motown.
Henry Mancini
Enrico Nicola "Henry" Mancini was an American composer, conductor and arranger, best remembered for his film and television scores.
Enrico Nicola "Henry" Mancini was an American composer, conductor and arranger, best remembered for his film and television scores.
Herb Magidson
Herbert A. "Herb" Magidson (January 7, 1906 – January 2, 1986) was an American popular lyricist.
Herbert A. "Herb" Magidson (January 7, 1906 – January 2, 1986) was an American popular lyricist.
Herbert Rehbein
Herbert "Herb" Rehbein (April 15, 1922 – July 28, 1979) was a German songwriter, composer and arranger of light orchestral music.
Herbert "Herb" Rehbein (April 15, 1922 – July 28, 1979) was a German songwriter, composer and arranger of light orchestral music.
Hoagy Carmichael
Howard Hoagland "Hoagy" Carmichael (November 22, 1899 – December 27, 1981) was an American composer, pianist, singer, actor, and bandleader.
Howard Hoagland "Hoagy" Carmichael (November 22, 1899 – December 27, 1981) was an American composer, pianist, singer, actor, and bandleader.
Howard Dietz
Howard Dietz (September 8, 1896 – July 30, 1983) was an American publicist, lyricist, and librettist.
Howard Dietz (September 8, 1896 – July 30, 1983) was an American publicist, lyricist, and librettist.
Howard Greenfield
Howard Greenfield (March 15, 1936 – March 4, 1986) was an American lyricist and songwriter, who for several years in the 1960s worked out of the famous Brill Building.
Howard Greenfield (March 15, 1936 – March 4, 1986) was an American lyricist and songwriter, who for several years in the 1960s worked out of the famous Brill Building.
Howard Johnson (lyricist)
Howard Johnson (June 2, 1887-May 1, 1941) was a song lyricist.
Howard Johnson (June 2, 1887-May 1, 1941) was a song lyricist.
Hugh Martin
Hugh Martin (August 11, 1914 – March 11, 2011) was an American musical theater and film composer, arranger, vocal coach, and playwright.
Hugh Martin (August 11, 1914 – March 11, 2011) was an American musical theater and film composer, arranger, vocal coach, and playwright.
Ira Gershwin
Ira Gershwin (December 6, 1896 – August 17, 1983) was an American lyricist who collaborated with his younger brother, composer George Gershwin, to create some of the most memorable songs of the ...
Ira Gershwin (December 6, 1896 – August 17, 1983) was an American lyricist who collaborated with his younger brother, composer George Gershwin, to create some of the most memorable songs of the ...
Irving Berlin
Irving Berlin was an American composer and lyricist of Jewish heritage, widely considered one of the greatest songwriters in American history.
Irving Berlin was an American composer and lyricist of Jewish heritage, widely considered one of the greatest songwriters in American history.
Irving Caesar
Irving Caesar was an American lyricist and theater composer who wrote lyrics for "Swanee," "Sometimes I'm Happy," "Crazy Rhythm," and "Tea for Two," one of the most frequently recorded tunes...
Irving Caesar was an American lyricist and theater composer who wrote lyrics for "Swanee," "Sometimes I'm Happy," "Crazy Rhythm," and "Tea for Two," one of the most frequently recorded tunes...
Irving Kahal
Irving Kahal (5 March 1903, Houtzdale, Pennsylvania - 7 February 1942, New York City) was a popular lyricist active in the 1920's and '30's.
Irving Kahal (5 March 1903, Houtzdale, Pennsylvania - 7 February 1942, New York City) was a popular lyricist active in the 1920's and '30's.
Isaac Hayes
Isaac Lee Hayes, Jr. was an American songwriter, musician, singer, actor, and voice actor.
Isaac Lee Hayes, Jr. was an American songwriter, musician, singer, actor, and voice actor.
Jack Lawrence
Jack Lawrence was an American songwriter.
Jack Lawrence was an American songwriter.
Jack Norworth
Jack Norworth (5 January 1879 - 1 September 1959) was a U.S. songwriter, singer and vaudeville performer.
Jack Norworth (5 January 1879 - 1 September 1959) was a U.S. songwriter, singer and vaudeville performer.
Jack Yellen
Jack Selig Yellen was an American lyricist and screenwriter.
Jack Selig Yellen was an American lyricist and screenwriter.
James A. Bland
James Alan Bland (October 22, 1854 – May 5, 1911), also known as Jimmy Bland, was an African American musician and song writer.
James Alan Bland (October 22, 1854 – May 5, 1911), also known as Jimmy Bland, was an African American musician and song writer.
James Brockman
James Brockman (December 8, 1886 – May 22, 1967) was an American songwriter.
James Brockman (December 8, 1886 – May 22, 1967) was an American songwriter.
James F. Hanley
James Frederick "Jimmy" Hanley (Rensselaer, Indiana February 17, 1892 – Douglaston, Long Island February 8, 1942) was an American songwriter and author.
James Frederick "Jimmy" Hanley (Rensselaer, Indiana February 17, 1892 – Douglaston, Long Island February 8, 1942) was an American songwriter and author.
James Pierpont (musician)
James Lord Pierpont (April 25, 1822 - August 5, 1893) was an American songwriter, arranger, organist, and composer, best known for writing and composing "Jingle Bells" in 1857, originally entitl...
James Lord Pierpont (April 25, 1822 - August 5, 1893) was an American songwriter, arranger, organist, and composer, best known for writing and composing "Jingle Bells" in 1857, originally entitl...
James V. Monaco
James Vincent Monaco (January 13, 1885 – October 16, 1945) was an Italian-born American composer of popular music.
James Vincent Monaco (January 13, 1885 – October 16, 1945) was an Italian-born American composer of popular music.
James Weldon Johnson
James Weldon Johnson was an American author, politician, diplomat, critic, journalist, poet, anthologist, educator, lawyer, songwriter, and early civil rights activist.
James Weldon Johnson was an American author, politician, diplomat, critic, journalist, poet, anthologist, educator, lawyer, songwriter, and early civil rights activist.
Jay Livingston
Jay Livingston was an American composer and singer best known as half of a songwriting duo with Ray Evans that specialized in songs composed for films.
Jay Livingston was an American composer and singer best known as half of a songwriting duo with Ray Evans that specialized in songs composed for films.
Jeff Barry
Jeff Barry (born Joel Adelberg, April 3, 1938, Brooklyn, New York) is an American pop music songwriter, singer, and record producer.
Jeff Barry (born Joel Adelberg, April 3, 1938, Brooklyn, New York) is an American pop music songwriter, singer, and record producer.
Jerry Herman
Jerry Herman (born July 10, 1931) is an American composer and lyricist, known for his work in Broadway musical theater.
Jerry Herman (born July 10, 1931) is an American composer and lyricist, known for his work in Broadway musical theater.
Jerry Livingston
Jerry Livingston (' Jerry Levinson; b. March 25, 1909, Denver, CO; d. July 1, 1987, Beverly Hills, CA) was an American songwriter, and dance orchestra pianist.
Jerry Livingston (' Jerry Levinson; b. March 25, 1909, Denver, CO; d. July 1, 1987, Beverly Hills, CA) was an American songwriter, and dance orchestra pianist.
Jerry Ross (composer)
Jerry Ross was an American lyricist and composer whose works with Richard Adler for the musical theater include The Pajama Game and Damn Yankees, winners of Tony Awards in 1955 and 1956 ...
Jerry Ross was an American lyricist and composer whose works with Richard Adler for the musical theater include The Pajama Game and Damn Yankees, winners of Tony Awards in 1955 and 1956 ...
Jimmie Rodgers (country singer)
James Charles Rodgers, known as Jimmie Rodgers, was an American country singer in the early 20th century known most widely for his rhythmic yodeling.
James Charles Rodgers, known as Jimmie Rodgers, was an American country singer in the early 20th century known most widely for his rhythmic yodeling.
Jimmy Kennedy
Jimmy Kennedy OBE (20 July 1902 – 6 April 1984) was an Irish songwriter, predominantly a lyricist, putting words to existing music such as "Teddy Bears' Picnic" and "My Prayer", or co-writ...
Jimmy Kennedy OBE (20 July 1902 – 6 April 1984) was an Irish songwriter, predominantly a lyricist, putting words to existing music such as "Teddy Bears' Picnic" and "My Prayer", or co-writ...
Jimmy McHugh
James Francis McHugh (July 10, 1894 – May 23, 1969) was an American composer.
James Francis McHugh (July 10, 1894 – May 23, 1969) was an American composer.
Joe Burke (composer)
Joseph A. Burke (March 18, 1884 – June 9, 1950) was an American actor, composer and pianist.
Joseph A. Burke (March 18, 1884 – June 9, 1950) was an American actor, composer and pianist.
Joe Young (lyricist)
Joe Young (July 4, 1889 – April 21, 1939) was a lyricist.
Joe Young (July 4, 1889 – April 21, 1939) was a lyricist.
John Barry (composer)
John Barry Prendergast, OBE was an English conductor and composer of film music.
John Barry Prendergast, OBE was an English conductor and composer of film music.
John Denver
Henry John Deutschendorf, Jr., known professionally as John Denver, was an American singer/songwriter, activist, and humanitarian.
Henry John Deutschendorf, Jr., known professionally as John Denver, was an American singer/songwriter, activist, and humanitarian.
John Fogerty
John Cameron Fogerty is an American musician, songwriter, and guitarist, best known for his time with the swamp rock/roots rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival and as a solo recording artist.
John Cameron Fogerty is an American musician, songwriter, and guitarist, best known for his time with the swamp rock/roots rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival and as a solo recording artist.
John Frederick Coots
John Frederick Coots (May 2, 1897 – April 8, 1985) was an American songwriter.
John Frederick Coots (May 2, 1897 – April 8, 1985) was an American songwriter.
John Howard Payne
John Howard Payne (June 9, 1791 – April 10, 1852) was an American actor, poet, playwright, and author who had most of his theatrical career and success in London.
John Howard Payne (June 9, 1791 – April 10, 1852) was an American actor, poet, playwright, and author who had most of his theatrical career and success in London.
John Kander
John Harold Kander (born March 18, 1927) is the American composer of a number of musicals as part of the songwriting team of Kander and Ebb.
John Harold Kander (born March 18, 1927) is the American composer of a number of musicals as part of the songwriting team of Kander and Ebb.
John Lennon
John Winston Ono Lennon, MBE was an English musician and singer-songwriter who rose to worldwide fame as one of the founder members of The Beatles, one of the most commercially successful and cr...
John Winston Ono Lennon, MBE was an English musician and singer-songwriter who rose to worldwide fame as one of the founder members of The Beatles, one of the most commercially successful and cr...
John Oates
John William Oates is an American rock, R&B and soul guitarist, musician, songwriter and producer best known as half of the rock and soul duo Hall & Oates.
John William Oates is an American rock, R&B and soul guitarist, musician, songwriter and producer best known as half of the rock and soul duo Hall & Oates.
Johnny Burke (lyricist)
Johnny Burke (October 3, 1908 — February 25, 1964) was a lyricist, widely regarded as one of the finest writers of popular songs in America between the 1920s and 1950s.
Johnny Burke (October 3, 1908 — February 25, 1964) was a lyricist, widely regarded as one of the finest writers of popular songs in America between the 1920s and 1950s.
Johnny Green
Johnny Green (10 October 1908 – 15 May 1989) was an American songwriter, composer, musical arranger, and conductor.
Johnny Green (10 October 1908 – 15 May 1989) was an American songwriter, composer, musical arranger, and conductor.
Johnny Marks
Johnny Marks (November 10, 1909 - September 3, 1985) was an American songwriter.
Johnny Marks (November 10, 1909 - September 3, 1985) was an American songwriter.
Johnny Mercer
John Herndon "Johnny" Mercer (November 18, 1909 – June 25, 1976) was an American lyricist, songwriter and singer.
John Herndon "Johnny" Mercer (November 18, 1909 – June 25, 1976) was an American lyricist, songwriter and singer.
Joseph McCarthy (lyricist)
Joseph McCarthy (born September 27, 1885 in Somerville, Massachusetts – died December 18, 1943 in New York City) was an American lyricist whose most famous songs include You Made Me Love You...
Joseph McCarthy (born September 27, 1885 in Somerville, Massachusetts – died December 18, 1943 in New York City) was an American lyricist whose most famous songs include You Made Me Love You...
Jule Styne
Jule Styne was a British-born American songwriter especially famous for a series of Broadway musicals, which included several very well known and frequently revived shows.
Jule Styne was a British-born American songwriter especially famous for a series of Broadway musicals, which included several very well known and frequently revived shows.
Julia Ward Howe
Julia Ward Howe was a prominent American abolitionist, social activist, and poet, most famous as the author of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic".
Julia Ward Howe was a prominent American abolitionist, social activist, and poet, most famous as the author of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic".
Katharine Lee Bates
Katharine Lee Bates (August 12, 1859 – March 28, 1929) was an American songwriter.
Katharine Lee Bates (August 12, 1859 – March 28, 1929) was an American songwriter.
Keith Richards
Keith Richards is an English musician and songwriter, and a founder member of The Rolling Stones.
Keith Richards is an English musician and songwriter, and a founder member of The Rolling Stones.
Kris Kristofferson
Kristoffer Kristian "Kris" Kristofferson is an American musician, actor, and writer.
Kristoffer Kristian "Kris" Kristofferson is an American musician, actor, and writer.
Kurt Weill
Kurt Julian Weill was a German-Jewish composer, active from the 1920s, and in his later years in the United States.
Kurt Julian Weill was a German-Jewish composer, active from the 1920s, and in his later years in the United States.
L. Wolfe Gilbert
Louis Wolfe Gilbert (August 31, 1886 – July 12, 1970) was a Russian-born American songwriter.
Louis Wolfe Gilbert (August 31, 1886 – July 12, 1970) was a Russian-born American songwriter.
Lamont Dozier
Lamont Herbert Dozier (born June 16, 1941) is an American songwriter and record producer, born in Detroit, Michigan.
Lamont Herbert Dozier (born June 16, 1941) is an American songwriter and record producer, born in Detroit, Michigan.
Lead Belly
Huddie William Ledbetter (January 20, 1888 – December 6, 1949) was an iconic American folk and blues musician, and multi-instrumentalist, notable for his strong vocals, his virtuosity on ...
Huddie William Ledbetter (January 20, 1888 – December 6, 1949) was an iconic American folk and blues musician, and multi-instrumentalist, notable for his strong vocals, his virtuosity on ...
Lee Adams
Lee Richard Adams (born August 14, 1924) is an American lyricist best known for his musical theatre collaboration with Charles Strouse.
Lee Richard Adams (born August 14, 1924) is an American lyricist best known for his musical theatre collaboration with Charles Strouse.
Leo Robin
Leo Robin (April 6, 1900 – December 29, 1984) was an American composer, lyricist and songwriter.
Leo Robin (April 6, 1900 – December 29, 1984) was an American composer, lyricist and songwriter.
Leonard Bernstein
Leonard Bernstein was an American composer, conductor, author, music lecturer and pianist.
Leonard Bernstein was an American composer, conductor, author, music lecturer and pianist.
Leroy Anderson
Leroy Anderson was an American composer of short, light concert pieces, many of which were introduced by the Boston Pops Orchestra under the direction of Arthur Fiedler.
Leroy Anderson was an American composer of short, light concert pieces, many of which were introduced by the Boston Pops Orchestra under the direction of Arthur Fiedler.
Leslie Bricusse
Leslie Bricusse is an English composer, lyricist, and playwright.
Leslie Bricusse is an English composer, lyricist, and playwright.
Lew Brown
Lew Brown (December 10, 1893 – February 5, 1958) was a lyricist for popular songs in the United States.
Lew Brown (December 10, 1893 – February 5, 1958) was a lyricist for popular songs in the United States.
Lew Pollack
Lew Pollack (16 June 1895 – 18 January 1946) was a song composer active during the 1920s and the 1930s.
Lew Pollack (16 June 1895 – 18 January 1946) was a song composer active during the 1920s and the 1930s.
Linda Creed
Linda Creed (December 6, 1949 – April 10, 1986) also known by her married name Linda Epstein, was an American singer-songwriter and lyricist who teamed up with songwriter-producer Thom Bel...
Linda Creed (December 6, 1949 – April 10, 1986) also known by her married name Linda Epstein, was an American singer-songwriter and lyricist who teamed up with songwriter-producer Thom Bel...
Lionel Richie
Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr. is an American singer-songwriter, musician, record producer and actor.
Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr. is an American singer-songwriter, musician, record producer and actor.
Little Richard
Richard Wayne Penniman, known by the stage name Little Richard, is an American singer, songwriter, musician, recording artist, and actor, considered key in the transition from rhythm and b...
Richard Wayne Penniman, known by the stage name Little Richard, is an American singer, songwriter, musician, recording artist, and actor, considered key in the transition from rhythm and b...
Lorenz Hart
Lorenz "Larry" Milton Hart was the lyricist half of the famed Broadway songwriting team Rodgers and Hart.
Lorenz "Larry" Milton Hart was the lyricist half of the famed Broadway songwriting team Rodgers and Hart.
Lou Handman
Lou Handman is a composer born in New York City on September 10, 1894 and died in Flushing, New York on December 9, 1956.
Lou Handman is a composer born in New York City on September 10, 1894 and died in Flushing, New York on December 9, 1956.
Louis Alter
Louis Alter (June 18, 1902, Haverhill, Massachusetts–November 5, 1980, New York City, New York) was an American pianist, songwriter and composer.
Louis Alter (June 18, 1902, Haverhill, Massachusetts–November 5, 1980, New York City, New York) was an American pianist, songwriter and composer.
Louis Hirsch
Louis Achille Hirsch, also known as Louis A. Hirsch and Lou Hirsch, was a popular composer of songs and musicals in the early 20th century.
Louis Achille Hirsch, also known as Louis A. Hirsch and Lou Hirsch, was a popular composer of songs and musicals in the early 20th century.
Mabel Wayne
Mabel Wayne was an American songwriter.
Mabel Wayne was an American songwriter.
Mac Davis
Mac Davis is a country music singer, songwriter, and actor originally from Lubbock, Texas who has enjoyed much crossover success.
Mac Davis is a country music singer, songwriter, and actor originally from Lubbock, Texas who has enjoyed much crossover success.
Mack David
Mack David was an American lyricist and songwriter, best known for his work in film and television, with a career spanning from the early 1940s through the early 1970s.
Mack David was an American lyricist and songwriter, best known for his work in film and television, with a career spanning from the early 1940s through the early 1970s.
Mack Gordon
Mack Gordon (born Morris Gittler, June 21, 1904 – March 1, 1959) was an American composer and lyricist of songs for the stage and film.
Mack Gordon (born Morris Gittler, June 21, 1904 – March 1, 1959) was an American composer and lyricist of songs for the stage and film.
Marilyn Bergman
Marilyn Bergman (born November 10, 1929) is a composer, songwriter and author.
Marilyn Bergman (born November 10, 1929) is a composer, songwriter and author.
Marvin Gaye
Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr. (April 2, 1939April 1, 1984), better known by his stage name Marvin Gaye (he added the 'e' as a young man), was an acclaimed American singer-songwriter and musician w...
Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr. (April 2, 1939April 1, 1984), better known by his stage name Marvin Gaye (he added the 'e' as a young man), was an acclaimed American singer-songwriter and musician w...
Marvin Hamlisch
Marvin Frederick Hamlisch is an American composer.
Marvin Frederick Hamlisch is an American composer.
Maurice Gibb
Maurice Ernest Gibb, CBE (22 December 1949 – 12 January 2003) was a musician, singer-songwriter and record producer.
Maurice Ernest Gibb, CBE (22 December 1949 – 12 January 2003) was a musician, singer-songwriter and record producer.
Max Steiner
Max Steiner (May 10, 1888 – December 28, 1971) was an Austrian composer of music for theatre productions and films.
Max Steiner (May 10, 1888 – December 28, 1971) was an Austrian composer of music for theatre productions and films.
Meredith Willson
Robert Meredith Willson (May 18, 1902 – June 15, 1984) was an American composer, songwriter, conductor and playwright, best known for writing the book, music and lyrics for the hit Broadway musi...
Robert Meredith Willson (May 18, 1902 – June 15, 1984) was an American composer, songwriter, conductor and playwright, best known for writing the book, music and lyrics for the hit Broadway musi...
Michael Jackson
Michael Joseph Jackson was an American recording artist, entertainer, and businessman.
Michael Joseph Jackson was an American recording artist, entertainer, and businessman.
Mick Jagger
Sir Michael Philip "Mick" Jagger, is an English musician, singer, songwriter and actor, best known as the lead vocalist and a founder member of The Rolling Stones.
Sir Michael Philip "Mick" Jagger, is an English musician, singer, songwriter and actor, best known as the lead vocalist and a founder member of The Rolling Stones.
Mike Stoller
Lyricist Jerome "Jerry" Leiber (born April 25, 1933) and composer Mike Stoller (born March 13, 1933) are among the most influential American songwriters and record producers in post-World ...
Lyricist Jerome "Jerry" Leiber (born April 25, 1933) and composer Mike Stoller (born March 13, 1933) are among the most influential American songwriters and record producers in post-World ...
Milton Ager
Milton Ager (October 6, 1893 – May 6, 1979) was an American composer.
Milton Ager (October 6, 1893 – May 6, 1979) was an American composer.
Mitchell Parish
Mitchell Parish was an American lyricist.
Mitchell Parish was an American lyricist.
Mort Dixon
Mort Dixon (March 20, 1892 – March 23, 1956) was a noted lyricist.
Mort Dixon (March 20, 1892 – March 23, 1956) was a noted lyricist.
Mort Shuman
Mort Shuman was an American singer, pianist and songwriter, best known as co-writer of many 1960s rock and roll hits, including "Viva Las Vegas".
Mort Shuman was an American singer, pianist and songwriter, best known as co-writer of many 1960s rock and roll hits, including "Viva Las Vegas".
Nacio Herb Brown
Nacio Herb Brown was an American writer of popular songs, movie scores, and Broadway theatre music in the 1920s through the early 1950s.
Nacio Herb Brown was an American writer of popular songs, movie scores, and Broadway theatre music in the 1920s through the early 1950s.
Ned Washington
Ned Washington (August 15, 1901 – December 20, 1976) was an American lyricist.
Ned Washington (August 15, 1901 – December 20, 1976) was an American lyricist.
Neil Diamond
Neil Diamond is an American singer-songwriter with a career spanning over five decades from the 1960s until the present.
Neil Diamond is an American singer-songwriter with a career spanning over five decades from the 1960s until the present.
Nickolas Ashford
Nickolas Ashford (born May 4, 1942, in Fairfield County, South Carolina) and Valerie Simpson (born August 26, 1946 in The Bronx, New York) are a husband and wife songwriting/production tea...
Nickolas Ashford (born May 4, 1942, in Fairfield County, South Carolina) and Valerie Simpson (born August 26, 1946 in The Bronx, New York) are a husband and wife songwriting/production tea...
Norman Gimbel
Norman Gimbel is an American lyricist of popular songs, television and movie themes whose writing career includes such titles as "Sway", "Canadian Sunset", "Summer Samba", "The Girl from Ipanema...
Norman Gimbel is an American lyricist of popular songs, television and movie themes whose writing career includes such titles as "Sway", "Canadian Sunset", "Summer Samba", "The Girl from Ipanema...
Norman Whitfield
Norman Jesse Whitfield (May 12, 1940 – September 16, 2008) was an American songwriter and producer, best known for his work with Berry Gordy's Motown label during the 1960s.
Norman Jesse Whitfield (May 12, 1940 – September 16, 2008) was an American songwriter and producer, best known for his work with Berry Gordy's Motown label during the 1960s.
Noël Coward
Sir Noël Peirce Coward (16 December 1899 – 26 March 1973) was an English playwright, composer, director, actor and singer, known for his wit, flamboyance, and what Time magazine called...
Sir Noël Peirce Coward (16 December 1899 – 26 March 1973) was an English playwright, composer, director, actor and singer, known for his wit, flamboyance, and what Time magazine called...
Oscar Hammerstein II
Oscar Greeley Clendenning Hammerstein II was an American librettist, theatrical producer, and theatre director of musicals for almost forty years.
Oscar Greeley Clendenning Hammerstein II was an American librettist, theatrical producer, and theatre director of musicals for almost forty years.
Otis Blackwell
Otis Blackwell was an American songwriter, singer, and pianist, whose work significantly influenced rock 'n' roll.
Otis Blackwell was an American songwriter, singer, and pianist, whose work significantly influenced rock 'n' roll.
Otis Redding/version 1
Otis Ray Redding, Jr. was an American soul singer-songwriter and record producer.
Otis Ray Redding, Jr. was an American soul singer-songwriter and record producer.
Otto Harbach
Otto Abels Harbach, born Otto Abels Hauerbach (August 18, 1873 – January 24, 1963) was an American lyricist and librettist of about 50 musical comedies.
Otto Abels Harbach, born Otto Abels Hauerbach (August 18, 1873 – January 24, 1963) was an American lyricist and librettist of about 50 musical comedies.
Patrick Gilmore
Patrick Sarsfield Gilmore (December 25, 1829 – September 24, 1892) was an Irish-born composer and bandmaster who lived and worked in the United States after 1848.
Patrick Sarsfield Gilmore (December 25, 1829 – September 24, 1892) was an Irish-born composer and bandmaster who lived and worked in the United States after 1848.
Paul Dresser
Johann Paul Dresser, Jr. (April 22, 1857 – January 31, 1906) was a popular American songwriter of the late 19th century and early 20th century.
Johann Paul Dresser, Jr. (April 22, 1857 – January 31, 1906) was a popular American songwriter of the late 19th century and early 20th century.
Paul Francis Webster
Paul Francis Webster (December 20, 1907 – March 18, 1984) was an American lyricist who won three Academy Awards for Best Song and was nominated sixteen times for the award.
Paul Francis Webster (December 20, 1907 – March 18, 1984) was an American lyricist who won three Academy Awards for Best Song and was nominated sixteen times for the award.
Paul McCartney
Sir James Paul McCartney, MBE, Hon RAM, FRCM is an English musician, singer-songwriter and composer.
Sir James Paul McCartney, MBE, Hon RAM, FRCM is an English musician, singer-songwriter and composer.
Paul Williams (songwriter)
Paul Hamilton Williams, Jr. is an Academy Award-winning American composer, musician, songwriter, and actor.
Paul Hamilton Williams, Jr. is an Academy Award-winning American composer, musician, songwriter, and actor.
Peggy Lee
Peggy Lee (May 26, 1920 – January 21, 2002) was an American jazz and popular music singer, songwriter, composer, and actress in a career spanning six decades.
Peggy Lee (May 26, 1920 – January 21, 2002) was an American jazz and popular music singer, songwriter, composer, and actress in a career spanning six decades.
Percy Wenrich
Percy Wenrich was a United States composer of ragtime and popular music.
Percy Wenrich was a United States composer of ragtime and popular music.
Pete Seeger
Peter "Pete" Seeger (born May 3, 1919) is an American folk singer and an iconic figure in the mid-20th-century American folk music revival.
Peter "Pete" Seeger (born May 3, 1919) is an American folk singer and an iconic figure in the mid-20th-century American folk music revival.
Peter DeRose
Peter DeRose (or De Rose) (March 10, 1900 – April 23, 1953) was an American Hall of Fame composer of jazz and pop music during the Tin Pan Alley era.
Peter DeRose (or De Rose) (March 10, 1900 – April 23, 1953) was an American Hall of Fame composer of jazz and pop music during the Tin Pan Alley era.
Phil Collins
Philip David Charles "Phil" Collins, LVO is an English singer-songwriter, drummer, pianist and actor best known as a drummer and vocalist for British progressive rock group Genesis ...
Philip David Charles "Phil" Collins, LVO is an English singer-songwriter, drummer, pianist and actor best known as a drummer and vocalist for British progressive rock group Genesis ...
Phil Spector
Phillip Harvey "Phil" Spector (born Harvey Phillip Spector on December 26, 1939) is an American record producer and songwriter.
Phillip Harvey "Phil" Spector (born Harvey Phillip Spector on December 26, 1939) is an American record producer and songwriter.
Queen (band)
Queen are a British rock band formed in London in 1971, originally consisting of Freddie Mercury, Brian May, John Deacon, and Roger Taylor.
Queen are a British rock band formed in London in 1971, originally consisting of Freddie Mercury, Brian May, John Deacon, and Roger Taylor.
Ralph Blane
Ralph Blane (July 26, 1914 – November 13, 1995) was an American composer, lyricist, and performer.
Ralph Blane (July 26, 1914 – November 13, 1995) was an American composer, lyricist, and performer.
Ralph Rainger
Ralph Rainger (October 7, 1901 – October 23, 1942) was an American composer of popular music principally for films.
Ralph Rainger (October 7, 1901 – October 23, 1942) was an American composer of popular music principally for films.
Randy Newman
Randall Stuart "Randy" Newman is an American singer-songwriter, arranger, composer, and pianist who is known for his mordant pop songs and for film scores.
Randall Stuart "Randy" Newman is an American singer-songwriter, arranger, composer, and pianist who is known for his mordant pop songs and for film scores.
Ray Evans
Raymond Bernard Evans was an American songwriter.
Raymond Bernard Evans was an American songwriter.
Ray Henderson
Ray Henderson (December 1, 1896 – December 31, 1970), was an American songwriter.
Ray Henderson (December 1, 1896 – December 31, 1970), was an American songwriter.
Ray Noble (musician)
Ray Noble (17 December 1903 – 3 April 1978) was an English bandleader, composer, arranger and actor.
Ray Noble (17 December 1903 – 3 April 1978) was an English bandleader, composer, arranger and actor.
Raymond B. Egan
Raymond Blanning Egan was a songwriter.
Raymond Blanning Egan was a songwriter.
Reginald De Koven
Henry Louis Reginald De Koven (April 3, 1859January 16, 1920) was an American music critic and prolific composer, particularly of comic operas.
Henry Louis Reginald De Koven (April 3, 1859January 16, 1920) was an American music critic and prolific composer, particularly of comic operas.
Richard A. Whiting
Richard Armstrong Whiting was a composer of popular songs including the standards "Hooray for Hollywood", "Ain't We Got Fun?" and "On the Good Ship Lollipop".
Richard Armstrong Whiting was a composer of popular songs including the standards "Hooray for Hollywood", "Ain't We Got Fun?" and "On the Good Ship Lollipop".
Richard Adler
Richard Adler is an American lyricist, composer and producer of several Broadway shows.
Richard Adler is an American lyricist, composer and producer of several Broadway shows.
Richard M. Sherman
Richard Morton Sherman (born June 12, 1928) is an American songwriter who specialized in musical film with his brother Robert Bernard Sherman.
Richard Morton Sherman (born June 12, 1928) is an American songwriter who specialized in musical film with his brother Robert Bernard Sherman.
Richard Rodgers
Richard Charles Rodgers was an American composer of music for more than 900 songs and for 43 Broadway musicals.
Richard Charles Rodgers was an American composer of music for more than 900 songs and for 43 Broadway musicals.
Richie Sambora
Richard Stephen "Richie" Sambora is an American rock guitarist, producer, musician, singer, and songwriter who is the longtime lead guitarist of the rock band, Bon Jovi.
Richard Stephen "Richie" Sambora is an American rock guitarist, producer, musician, singer, and songwriter who is the longtime lead guitarist of the rock band, Bon Jovi.
Robert B. Sherman
Robert Bernard Sherman was an American songwriter who specialized in musical films with his brother Richard Morton Sherman.
Robert Bernard Sherman was an American songwriter who specialized in musical films with his brother Richard Morton Sherman.
Roger Cook (songwriter)
Roger Frederick Cook is an English songwriter who has written many hits for other recording artists.
Roger Frederick Cook is an English songwriter who has written many hits for other recording artists.
Roger Greenaway
Roger John Reginald Greenaway, is a popular English songwriter, best known for his collaborations with Roger Cook.
Roger John Reginald Greenaway, is a popular English songwriter, best known for his collaborations with Roger Cook.
Roy Orbison
Roy Kelton Orbison was an American singer-songwriter, best known for his distinctive, powerful voice, complex compositions, and dark emotional ballads.
Roy Kelton Orbison was an American singer-songwriter, best known for his distinctive, powerful voice, complex compositions, and dark emotional ballads.
Roy Turk
Roy Turk was an American songwriter.
Roy Turk was an American songwriter.
Rube Bloom
Reuben Bloom (April 24, 1902, New York City – March 30, 1976, New York City) was a Jewish American multi-faceted entertainer, and in addition to being a songwriter, pianist, arranger, band leade...
Reuben Bloom (April 24, 1902, New York City – March 30, 1976, New York City) was a Jewish American multi-faceted entertainer, and in addition to being a songwriter, pianist, arranger, band leade...
Rudolf Friml
Rudolf Friml was a composer of operettas, musicals, songs and piano pieces, as well as a pianist.
Rudolf Friml was a composer of operettas, musicals, songs and piano pieces, as well as a pianist.
Sam Cooke
Samuel Cook, better known under the stage name Sam Cooke, was an American gospel, R&B, soul, and pop singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur.
Samuel Cook, better known under the stage name Sam Cooke, was an American gospel, R&B, soul, and pop singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur.
Sam Coslow
Sam Coslow was an American songwriter, singer, film producer, publisher, and market analyst.
Sam Coslow was an American songwriter, singer, film producer, publisher, and market analyst.
Sam M. Lewis
Sam M. Lewis was a Jewish-American singer and lyricist, born in New York City, New York as Samuel Levine Lewis began his music career by singing in cafes throughout New York City, and bega...
Sam M. Lewis was a Jewish-American singer and lyricist, born in New York City, New York as Samuel Levine Lewis began his music career by singing in cafes throughout New York City, and bega...
Sammy Cahn
Sammy Cahn was an American lyricist, songwriter and musician.
Sammy Cahn was an American lyricist, songwriter and musician.
Sammy Fain
Sammy Fain (Samuel E. Feinberg, June 17, 1902 – December 6, 1989) was an American composer of popular music.
Sammy Fain (Samuel E. Feinberg, June 17, 1902 – December 6, 1989) was an American composer of popular music.
Samuel Francis Smith
Samuel Francis Smith, (October 21, 1808 – November 16, 1895), Baptist minister, journalist and author, is best known for having written the lyrics to "My Country, 'Tis of Thee", which he entitle...
Samuel Francis Smith, (October 21, 1808 – November 16, 1895), Baptist minister, journalist and author, is best known for having written the lyrics to "My Country, 'Tis of Thee", which he entitle...
Saul Chaplin
Saul Chaplin (February 19, 1912 – November 15, 1997) was an American composer and musical director.
Saul Chaplin (February 19, 1912 – November 15, 1997) was an American composer and musical director.
Septimus Winner
Septimus Winner (11 May 1827 - 22 November 1902) is best known as a songwriter of the nineteenth century.
Septimus Winner (11 May 1827 - 22 November 1902) is best known as a songwriter of the nineteenth century.
Sheldon Harnick
Sheldon Harnick is an American lyricist best known for his collaborations with composer Jerry Bock on hit musicals such as Fiddler on the Roof.
Sheldon Harnick is an American lyricist best known for his collaborations with composer Jerry Bock on hit musicals such as Fiddler on the Roof.
Sherman Brothers
The Sherman Brothers were an American songwriting duo that specialized in musical films, made up of Robert B. Sherman and Richard M. Sherman.
The Sherman Brothers were an American songwriting duo that specialized in musical films, made up of Robert B. Sherman and Richard M. Sherman.
Sidney Clare
Sidney Clare was an American comedian, dancer and composer.
Sidney Clare was an American comedian, dancer and composer.
Sigmund Romberg
Sigmund Romberg was a Austro-Hungarian-born American composer, best known for his operettas.
Sigmund Romberg was a Austro-Hungarian-born American composer, best known for his operettas.
Smokey Robinson
William "Smokey" Robinson, Jr. is an American R&B singer-songwriter, record producer, and former record executive.
William "Smokey" Robinson, Jr. is an American R&B singer-songwriter, record producer, and former record executive.
Songwriters Hall of Fame
The Songwriters Hall of Fame is an arm of the National Academy of Popular Music.
The Songwriters Hall of Fame is an arm of the National Academy of Popular Music.
Southern Stars Poster
Southern Stars PosterSOUTHERN STARS posterSouthern Stars Poster The “SOUTHERN STARS” poster included famous Louisiana musicians and was created for a booking agency called Omni Attractions wh...
Southern Stars PosterSOUTHERN STARS posterSouthern Stars Poster The “SOUTHERN STARS” poster included famous Louisiana musicians and was created for a booking agency called Omni Attractions wh...
Southern Stars poster
The "Southern Stars" poster included famous Louisiana musicians and was created for a booking agency called Omni Attractions which was based in New Orleans from 1980 to 1994.
The "Southern Stars" poster included famous Louisiana musicians and was created for a booking agency called Omni Attractions which was based in New Orleans from 1980 to 1994.
Stephen Foster
Stephen Collins Foster (July 4, 1826 – January 13, 1864), known as the "father of American music", was the pre-eminent songwriter in the United States of the 19th century.
Stephen Collins Foster (July 4, 1826 – January 13, 1864), known as the "father of American music", was the pre-eminent songwriter in the United States of the 19th century.
Stephen Schwartz (composer)
Stephen Lawrence Schwartz (born March 6, 1948) is an American musical theatre lyricist and composer.
Stephen Lawrence Schwartz (born March 6, 1948) is an American musical theatre lyricist and composer.
Steve Cropper
Steve Cropper (born Steven Lee Cropper, October 21, 1941, Dora, Missouri), also known as Steve "The Colonel" Cropper, is an American guitarist, songwriter and record producer.
Steve Cropper (born Steven Lee Cropper, October 21, 1941, Dora, Missouri), also known as Steve "The Colonel" Cropper, is an American guitarist, songwriter and record producer.
Stevie Wonder
Stevland Hardaway Morris, known by his stage name Stevie Wonder, is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, a child prodigy who developed into one of the most creative m...
Stevland Hardaway Morris, known by his stage name Stevie Wonder, is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, a child prodigy who developed into one of the most creative m...
Sting (musician)
Sting, CBE, is an English musician, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, activist, actor and philanthropist, born on 2 October 1951.
Sting, CBE, is an English musician, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, activist, actor and philanthropist, born on 2 October 1951.
Sylvia Moy
Sylvia Moy is an acclaimed songwriter and record producer, formerly associated with the Motown Records group.
Sylvia Moy is an acclaimed songwriter and record producer, formerly associated with the Motown Records group.
Ted Fio Rito
Theodore Salvatore Fiorito (December 20, 1900 – July 22, 1971), known professionally as Ted Fio Rito, was an American composer, orchestra leader and keyboardist (on both the piano an...
Theodore Salvatore Fiorito (December 20, 1900 – July 22, 1971), known professionally as Ted Fio Rito, was an American composer, orchestra leader and keyboardist (on both the piano an...
Ted Koehler
Ted L. Koehler (July 14, 1894 – January 17, 1973) was an American lyricist.
Ted L. Koehler (July 14, 1894 – January 17, 1973) was an American lyricist.
Ted Snyder
Theodore Frank Snyder, was a U.S. composer, lyricist, and music publisher. His hits include "The Sheik of Araby" and "Who's Sorry Now?".
Theodore Frank Snyder, was a U.S. composer, lyricist, and music publisher. His hits include "The Sheik of Araby" and "Who's Sorry Now?".
Theodore F. Morse
Theodore F. Morse (April 13, 1873 - May 25, 1924) was an American composer of popular songs.
Theodore F. Morse (April 13, 1873 - May 25, 1924) was an American composer of popular songs.
Thom Bell
Thomas Randolph "Thom" Bell is an American songwriter and producer, best known as one of the creators of the Philadelphia style of soul music in the 1970s.
Thomas Randolph "Thom" Bell is an American songwriter and producer, best known as one of the creators of the Philadelphia style of soul music in the 1970s.
Tom Kelly (musician)
Thomas F. Kelly is an American musician, best known for his songwriting partnership with Billy Steinberg.
Thomas F. Kelly is an American musician, best known for his songwriting partnership with Billy Steinberg.
Valerie Simpson
Nickolas Ashford (born May 4, 1942, in Fairfield County, South Carolina) and Valerie Simpson (born August 26, 1946 in The Bronx, New York) are a husband and wife songwriting/production tea...
Nickolas Ashford (born May 4, 1942, in Fairfield County, South Carolina) and Valerie Simpson (born August 26, 1946 in The Bronx, New York) are a husband and wife songwriting/production tea...
Vernon Duke
Vernon Duke (January 16, 1969) was a Russian-American composer/songwriter, who also wrote under his original name Vladimir Dukelsky.
Vernon Duke (January 16, 1969) was a Russian-American composer/songwriter, who also wrote under his original name Vladimir Dukelsky.
Victor Herbert
Victor August Herbert was an Irish-born, German-raised American composer, cellist and conductor.
Victor August Herbert was an Irish-born, German-raised American composer, cellist and conductor.
Vincent Rose
Vincent Rose (June 13, 1880 in Palermo, Italy – May 20, 1944 in Rockville Centre, New York, United States) was a musician and band leader.
Vincent Rose (June 13, 1880 in Palermo, Italy – May 20, 1944 in Rockville Centre, New York, United States) was a musician and band leader.
Vincent Youmans
Vincent Youmans (September 27, 1898 - April 5, 1946) was an American popular composer and Broadway producer.
Vincent Youmans (September 27, 1898 - April 5, 1946) was an American popular composer and Broadway producer.
Walter Donaldson
Walter Donaldson (February 15, 1893 - July 15, 1947) was a prolific United States popular songwriter, composing many hit songs of the 1910s and 1920s.
Walter Donaldson (February 15, 1893 - July 15, 1947) was a prolific United States popular songwriter, composing many hit songs of the 1910s and 1920s.
Will Jennings
Wilbur H. "Will" Jennings is an American songwriter who is popularly known for writing the lyrics for "My Heart Will Go On", the theme for the film Titanic.
Wilbur H. "Will" Jennings is an American songwriter who is popularly known for writing the lyrics for "My Heart Will Go On", the theme for the film Titanic.
William Billings
William Billings (b. Boston, October 7, 1746 – d. Boston, September 26, 1800) was an American choral composer, and is widely regarded as the father of American choral music.
William Billings (b. Boston, October 7, 1746 – d. Boston, September 26, 1800) was an American choral composer, and is widely regarded as the father of American choral music.
Willie Nelson
Willie Hugh Nelson (born April 30, 1933) is an American country music singer-songwriter, as well as an author, poet, actor, and activist.
Willie Hugh Nelson (born April 30, 1933) is an American country music singer-songwriter, as well as an author, poet, actor, and activist.
Woody Guthrie
Woodrow Wilson "Woody" Guthrie is best known as an American singer-songwriter and folk musician, whose musical legacy includes hundreds of political, traditional and children's songs...
Woodrow Wilson "Woody" Guthrie is best known as an American singer-songwriter and folk musician, whose musical legacy includes hundreds of political, traditional and children's songs...
Yip Harburg
Edgar Yipsel Harburg (April 8, 1896 – March 5, 1981), known as E.Y. Harburg or Yip Harburg, was an American popular song lyricist who worked with many well-known composers.
Edgar Yipsel Harburg (April 8, 1896 – March 5, 1981), known as E.Y. Harburg or Yip Harburg, was an American popular song lyricist who worked with many well-known composers.