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Clarence Carson Parks II (April 26, 1936 – June 22, 2005) was an American songwriter, music publisher, musician and singer, best known for writing the hit song "Somethin' Stupid". His younger brother is the composer Van Dyke Parks. == Early life and career == Parks was born in Philadelphia, the son of a psychiatrist. Carson's early musical training began as a student at the internationally acclaimed American Boychoir School (formerly known as The Columbus Boychoir School). After attending Phillips Academy... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Carson Parks first charted in 1967 with Somethin' Stupid.The artist placed 2 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, one of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.The artist scored 5 UK Top‑75 entries, including 2 Top‑10 placements, including 2 number‑ones.On US AC the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s, 1 of which peaked at number‑one.