Joan Whitney Kramer (June 26, 1914 – July 12, 1990) was an American singer and songwriter, born Zoe Parenteau in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She began her musical journey singing in her church choir and later attended Finch College in New York City. Professionally, she studied voice with Alex Kramer, with whom she co-wrote several popular songs such as "Candy," "Ain't Nobody Here but Us Chickens," and "Far Away Places." In 1934, while performing as a showgirl in the Broadway production of The Great Waltz, she adopted the stage name Joan Whitney. She gained recognition for her performances with the bands of Will Osbourne and Leo Reisman. Joan married her mentor and collaborator Alex Kramer, and they had one son, Doren. The couple was nominated for the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1982. Joan Whitney Kramer passed away at the age of 76 in Westport, Connecticut, due to Alzheimer's disease.