Songs Written by Ira GershwinTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Ira Gershwin (born Israel Gershovitz; December 6, 1896 – August 17, 1983) was an American lyricist who collaborated with his younger brother, composer George Gershwin, to create some of the most memorable English-language songs of the 20th century. With George, he wrote more than a dozen Broadway shows, featuring songs such as "I Got Rhythm", "Embraceable You", "The Man I Love", and "Someone to Watch Over Me". He was also responsible, along with DuBose Heyward, for the libretto to George's... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Ira Gershwin first charted in 1921 with Waiting for the Sun to Come Out.The artist placed 95 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 42 of which reached the Top‑10, including 2 number‑ones.The artist scored 12 UK Top‑75 entries.On US AC the artist achieved 3 Top‑10s.On US Alternative the artist achieved 1 number‑one.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.