Sammy Cahn
Samuel Cohen (June 18, 1913 – January 15, 1993), known professionally as Sammy Cahn, was an American lyricist, songwriter, and musician. He is best known for his romantic lyrics to films and Broadway songs, as well as stand-alone songs premiered by recording companies in the Greater Los Angeles Area. He and his collaborators had a series of hit recordings with Frank Sinatra during the singer's tenure at Capitol Records, but also enjoyed hits with Dean Martin, Doris Day and many others. He played the piano and violin, and won an Oscar four times for his songs, including the popular hit "Three Coins in the Fountain".
Sammy Cahn | |
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Cahn circa 1958 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Samuel Cohen |
| Born | June 18, 1913 New York City, U.S. |
| Died | January 15, 1993 (aged 79) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Lyricist, musician |
| Instrument(s) | Piano, Violin |
Among his most enduring songs is "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!", cowritten with Jule Styne in 1945.
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