Artist Info: Hal David

Hal David (born May 25, 1921 in New York City, New York; died September 1, 2012) was an American lyricist and songwriter. His elder brother, Mack David, was also a lyricist and songwriter. Hal David is best-remembered for his words and music that were written along with musician, composer and singer, Burt Bacharach. David is credited with popular music lyrics beginning in the 1940s with material written for band leader Sammy Kaye, and Guy Lombardo. [read more...]