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Neil Sedaka, Songwriting Legend, Dies at 86
2 Mar
Summary
- He wrote hits like "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl."
- Sedaka earned a Grammy nomination for Song of the Year.
- He wrote songs for Connie Francis and Dinah Washington.
Legendary singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka died recently at the age of 86. His passing was confirmed by his family, who shared their devastation and celebrated his legacy as a rock and roll icon. Sedaka's seven-decade career produced numerous hit songs, including "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl."
He garnered a Grammy nomination for Song of the Year for his mega-hit "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do." Beyond his own performances, Sedaka was a prolific songwriter for other artists, penning tunes for Connie Francis and Dinah Washington. He also adapted his music into multiple languages, achieving international success.
Sedaka's creativity continued into his later years, with projects like "Classically Sedaka" and children's music. He remained active, even recording during the COVID-19 pandemic. His advice to aspiring musicians was to continuously develop, grow, and reinvent their creativity, urging them never to repeat themselves.
