Role

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Composer

Country

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United States of America

Birth

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March 8, 1947 in New York City, NY

Genre

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Orchestral

 

Carole Bayer Sager is a renowned American composer, lyricist, and singer who has made significant contributions to the world of music. She was born on March 8, 1947, in New York City, to Anita and Eli Bayer. Her father was a painter, and her mother was a housewife. Carole grew up in a Jewish family and attended the New York City High School of Music and Art. Carole's love for music began at an early age, and she started writing songs when she was just 14 years old. She was inspired by the music of the Beatles and other popular artists of the time. In 1965, she met Neil Sedaka, who was a successful songwriter and performer. Sedaka recognized Carole's talent and helped her get her first job as a songwriter at the famous Brill Building in New York City. Carole's first big break came in 1971 when she wrote the lyrics for the hit song "A Groovy Kind of Love," which was recorded by the British band The Mindbenders. The song became a huge success and reached the top of the charts in both the US and the UK. This success led to more opportunities for Carole, and she went on to write songs for many other popular artists, including Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, and Whitney Houston. In 1977, Carole released her first solo album, "Carole Bayer Sager," which featured the hit song "You're Moving Out Today." The album was a commercial success and helped establish Carole as a talented singer and songwriter in her own right. Throughout her career, Carole has collaborated with many other talented musicians and composers, including Burt Bacharach, Marvin Hamlisch, and Peter Allen. She has written songs for numerous films, including "The Spy Who Loved Me," "Arthur," and "The Princess Diaries." In 1981, she won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)," which she co-wrote with Bacharach, Hamlisch, and Christopher Cross. Carole's music has been recognized with many other awards and honors over the years. She has won three Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year for "That's What Friends Are For," which she co-wrote with Bacharach. She has also been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In addition to her music career, Carole has been involved in many philanthropic endeavors. She has worked with numerous charities, including the Children's Diabetes Foundation and the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. She has also been a strong advocate for the rights of songwriters and musicians, serving as the president of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) from 1980 to 1986. Carole's music has had a significant impact on the world of classical music, and her songs continue to be popular today. Her ability to write catchy melodies and meaningful lyrics has made her one of the most successful and respected songwriters of her generation. Her contributions to the world of music will be remembered for many years to come.

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