Harold Jacob "Hecky" Rome (May 27, 1908 – October 26, 1993) was an American composer, lyricist, and writer for musical theater. == Biography == Rome was born in Hartford, Connecticut and graduated from Hartford Public High School. Originally, he chose to go to Trinity College, but transferred because he felt like a "townie." Rome played piano in local dance bands such as Eddie Wittstein's and was already writing music while studying architecture and law at Yale University. While at Yale,... [more on Wikipedia]
As a songwriter, Harold Rome first charted in 1938 with F.D.R. Jones.The artist placed 14 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 5 of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.The artist scored 3 UK Top‑75 entries, including 2 Top‑10 placements.On US AC the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.
Top songs: #1: Wish You Were Here - #2: South America, Take It Away - #3: South America, Take It Away! - #4: (All of a Sudden) My Heart Sings - #5: F.D.R. Jones
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