Role

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Composer

Country

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United States of America

Birth

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April 6, 1900 in Pittsburgh, PA

Death

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December 20, 1984 in Woodland Hills, CA

Genre

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Orchestral

 

Leo Robin was a prominent American composer and lyricist who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on April 6, 1900, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Robin was the son of Russian-Jewish immigrants. His father was a tailor, and his mother was a homemaker. Robin grew up in a musical family, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion for music. Robin began his musical career as a pianist and composer. He studied music at the University of Pittsburgh and later moved to New York City to pursue his career in music. In the early 1920s, Robin started working as a songwriter for various music publishers. He collaborated with several composers, including Richard A. Whiting, Harry Warren, and Ralph Rainger. Robin's breakthrough came in 1929 when he wrote the lyrics for the song "Louise" with composer Richard A. Whiting. The song became a hit and was recorded by several popular artists, including Maurice Chevalier and Bing Crosby. This success led to more opportunities for Robin, and he went on to write lyrics for several other popular songs, including "Beyond the Blue Horizon," "Thanks for the Memory," and "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend." In the 1930s, Robin began working in Hollywood, writing songs for films. He collaborated with several composers, including Ralph Rainger, Nacio Herb Brown, and Harold Arlen. Robin's most famous collaboration was with composer Richard A. Whiting. Together, they wrote several hit songs for films, including "Hooray for Hollywood," "The Continental," and "Love in Bloom." Robin's success continued into the 1940s, and he wrote lyrics for several popular songs, including "Blue Hawaii," "My Ideal," and "Prisoner of Love." He also wrote songs for several Broadway musicals, including "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" and "Flying Colors." In the 1950s, Robin continued to write songs for films and Broadway musicals. He collaborated with several composers, including Jule Styne, Sammy Fain, and Burton Lane. Robin's most famous collaboration in the 1950s was with composer Frederick Loewe. Together, they wrote the score for the Broadway musical "Gigi," which won several Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Robin's career slowed down in the 1960s, but he continued to write songs for films and television. He collaborated with several composers, including Henry Mancini, Johnny Mercer, and Sammy Cahn. Robin's most famous collaboration in the 1960s was with composer Henry Mancini. Together, they wrote the theme song for the film "The Pink Panther," which became a classic. Robin's career spanned over five decades, and he wrote lyrics for over 500 songs. He was known for his clever and witty lyrics, and his songs were recorded by several popular artists, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Nat King Cole. Robin was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1972. Leo Robin died on December 29, 1984, in Woodland Hills, California, at the age of 84. He left behind a legacy of timeless songs that continue to be loved and appreciated by music lovers around the world.

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