Irving Caesar
Irving Caesar was an American lyricist and composer primarily for theater who wrote lyrics for numerous song standards, including "Swanee", "Sometimes I'm Happy", "Crazy Rhythm", and "Tea for Two", one of the most frequently recorded tunes ever written. In 1972, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
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- Born in
- New York City
- Educated at
- Townsend Harris High School
- Awards
- 🏆 Songwriters Hall of Fame🏆 Johnny Mercer Award
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1895
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