Cole Porter (i)

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Cole Porter was an American composer and songwriter who is celebrated for his contributions to the Great American Songbook. He was born on June 9, 1891, in Peru, Indiana, and showed an early talent for music. Porter's distinctive style blended witty and sophisticated lyrics with memorable melodies, making him one of the most influential composers of the 20th century. Porter's songs, characterized by their clever wordplay and sophisticated humor, became standards in both the theater and popular music. Some of his most well-known compositions include "Night and Day," "I Get a Kick Out of You," "Anything Goes," "Let's Do It, Let's Fall in Love," and "You're the Top," among many others. Porter's career flourished during the 1920s and 1930s, when he wrote scores for numerous Broadway musicals, including "Kiss Me, Kate," "Can-Can," and "High Society." His songs were also featured in Hollywood films, and his work gained widespread acclaim for its elegance, wit, and musical sophistication. Despite a debilitating horseback riding accident in 1937, which left him in chronic pain, Porter continued to compose and create music. His contributions to the world of musical theater and popular music earned him multiple awards and accolades, including Tony Awards, Grammy Awards, and induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Cole Porter's legacy as a composer and lyricist is marked by his ability to craft enduring melodies and intelligent, witty lyrics that continue to captivate audiences. His songs have been covered by countless artists and remain beloved staples of the American songbook, cementing his status as one of the greatest composers of his era.}

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Birth Date: June 9, 1891
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Death Date: October 15, 1964
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Cole Porter was an American composer and songwriter who is celebrated for his contributions to the Great American Songbook. He was born on June 9, 1891, in Peru, Indiana, and showed an early talent for music. Porter's distinctive style blended witty and sophisticated lyrics with memorable melodies, making him one of the most influential composers of the 20th century. Porter's songs, characterized by their clever wordplay and sophisticated humor, became standards in both the theater and popular music. Some of his most well-known compositions include "Night and Day," "I Get a Kick Out of You," "Anything Goes," "Let's Do It, Let's Fall in Love," and "You're the Top," among many others. Porter's career flourished during the 1920s and 1930s, when he wrote scores for numerous Broadway musicals, including "Kiss Me, Kate," "Can-Can," and "High Society." His songs were also featured in Hollywood films, and his work gained widespread acclaim for its elegance, wit, and musical sophistication. Despite a debilitating horseback riding accident in 1937, which left him in chronic pain, Porter continued to compose and create music. His contributions to the world of musical theater and popular music earned him multiple awards and accolades, including Tony Awards, Grammy Awards, and induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Cole Porter's legacy as a composer and lyricist is marked by his ability to craft enduring melodies and intelligent, witty lyrics that continue to captivate audiences. His songs have been covered by countless artists and remain beloved staples of the American songbook, cementing his status as one of the greatest composers of his era.}

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Birth Date: June 9, 1891
Birth Location: no location entered yet
Death Date: October 15, 1964
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Cause of Death: no location entered yet

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