Ervin Drake

Ervin Drake (born Ervin Maurice Druckman; April 3, 1919 – January 15, 2015) was an American songwriter whose works include such American Songbook standards as "I Believe" and "It Was a Very Good Year". He wrote in a variety of styles and his work has been recorded by musicians around the world. In 1983, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Birth and Death Data: Born April 3, 1919 (Manhattan), Died January 15, 2015 (Great Neck)

Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1941 - 1952

Roles Represented in DAHR: lyricist, songwriter, composer

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Company	Matrix No.	Size	First Recording Date	Title	Primary Performer	Description	Role	Audio
Columbia (U.K.)	CL8955	10-in.	2/27/1951	Chérie sois fidèle	Choeur Raymond Saint-Paul ; Raymond Legrand ; Tino Rossi	Male vocal solo, with vocal chorus and instrumental ensemble	composer

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