Sammy Cahn (1913–93,) born Samuel Cohen, was an American lyricist, songwriter, and musician known for his romantic lyrics in films and Broadway. His collaborations with Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Doris Day produced some of the 20th century’s most iconic songs.
Born in New York City, he developed a passion for music and vaudeville, learning violin. Partnering with Saul Chaplin, he had early successes with Rhythm Is Our Business (1935) and Bei Mir Bistu Shein (1937,) a hit for the Andrews Sisters.
Cahn’s career thrived with Jule Styne, composing classics like Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! (1945,) Three Coins in the Fountain (1954,) and All the Way (1957.) His later partnership with Jimmy Van Heusen produced Sinatra favorites such as High Hopes (1959,) Call Me Irresponsible (1963,) and My Kind of Town (1964.)
His Broadway credits include High Button Shoes (1947) and Skyscraper (1965.) He wrote Lyrics (1972,) a memoir of his songwriting journey. Cahn won four Academy Awards and received 26 nominations, making him one of Hollywood’s most decorated lyricists.
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Love and marriage, love and marriage go together like a horse and carriage. Dad was told by mother. You can’t have one without the other.
—Sammy Cahn
Topics: Marriage
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