Role

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Composer

Country

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United States of America

Birth

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January 27, 1895 in New York City, NY

Death

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February 23, 1974 in Woodland Hills, CA

 

Harry Ruby was an American composer and songwriter who was born on January 27, 1895, in New York City. He was the youngest of three children born to Russian Jewish immigrants. His father was a tailor, and his mother was a homemaker. Ruby showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. Ruby's family was not wealthy, and he had to work to support himself from a young age. He dropped out of school at the age of 14 and began working as a pianist in vaudeville theaters. He also played in silent movie theaters, accompanying the films with his piano playing. In 1915, Ruby met composer and lyricist Bert Kalmar, and the two began collaborating on songs. They wrote their first hit song, "I'm Sorry I Made You Cry," in 1918. The song was a success and was recorded by several popular singers of the time. Ruby and Kalmar continued to write songs together, and their partnership produced many hits, including "Who's Sorry Now?," "Three Little Words," and "Nevertheless (I'm in Love with You)." They also wrote the music for several Broadway shows, including "The Ramblers" and "The Cocoanuts," which starred the Marx Brothers. In addition to his work with Kalmar, Ruby also wrote songs with other composers, including Sammy Fain and Richard Whiting. He wrote the music for several films, including "The Kid from Spain" and "The Big Broadcast of 1936." Ruby's music was known for its catchy melodies and clever lyrics. He had a talent for writing songs that were both humorous and sentimental. His songs were popular with both performers and audiences, and many of them became standards that are still performed today. Ruby's career was interrupted by World War II, and he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. After the war, he continued to write songs, but his output slowed down. He wrote the music for the film "The Caddy" in 1953, which starred Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis. Ruby died on February 23, 1959, at the age of 64. He was survived by his wife, Eileen, and their two children. Despite his relatively short career, Harry Ruby left a lasting legacy in the world of music. His songs have been recorded by countless artists over the years, and many of them have become beloved classics. His talent for writing catchy melodies and clever lyrics has made him one of the most respected composers of his time.

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