American composer and lyricist

Irving Caesar

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American composer and lyricist
Awards Received
Johnny Mercer Award
Member of, past and present

American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

Irving Caesar (born Isidor Keiser, July 4, 1895 – December 18, 1996) was an American lyricist and theater composer who wrote lyrics for numerous song standards, including "Swanee", "Sometimes I'm Happy", "Crazy Rhythm", and "Tea for Two", one of the most frequently recorded tunes ever written. In 1972, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.