Mort Dixon
Mort Dixon was an influential American lyricist born on March 20, 1892, in New York City. He began his songwriting career in the early 1920s after serving in World War I, where he directed the army show "Whiz Bang" that toured France. Dixon's first success came with the song "That Old Gang of Mine" in 1923, marking the start of a prolific career in music.
Throughout the 1920s and 1930s, Dixon collaborated with renowned composers such as Ray Henderson, Harry Warren, Harry M. Woods, and Allie Wrubel. His work included contributions to Broadway productions like "The Laugh Parade," "Sweet and Low," and "Crazy Quilt," as well as nearly 20 film scores, including "Happiness Ahead" and "Flirtation Walk."
Dixon's lyrical talent produced timeless classics such as "Bye Bye Blackbird," "I'm Looking Over a Four Leaf Clover," "Nagasaki," "Would You Like to Take a Walk?," "I Found a Million Dollar Baby (in a Five and Ten Cent Store)," "You're My Everything," and "The Lady in Red." His songs became standards in the jazz repertoire and continue to be celebrated for their catchy and evocative lyrics.
Despite his success, Dixon's output declined in the late 1930s, leading to an early retirement in Westchester County, New York. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970, recognizing his significant contributions to American music. Mort Dixon passed away on March 23, 1956, in Bronxville, New York, leaving behind a legacy of lyrical brilliance that continues to resonate.
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