Bob Russell was a renowned lyricist born on April 25, 1914 in Passaic, NJ. He is best known for his songs I Didn't Know About You and Don't Get Around Much Anymore, which he wrote with Quincy Jones. His work has been celebrated for its timelessness and influence on the music industry.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $15 Million (2024)
About
Lyricist known for songs such as I Didn't Know About You and Don't Get Around Much Anymore. He wrote with Quincy Jones.
Before Fame
He attended Washington University in St. Louis. He was roommates with Future Novelist Sidney Sheldon.
Trivia
He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970.
Family Life
He was born in Passaic, New Jersey, and married Hannah. His brother-in-law was Bud Green.
Associated With
He wrote Babalu, which became Ricky Ricardo's signature song on the classic sitcom I Love Lucy starring Desi Arnaz as the Cuban bandleader.