eden ahbez

Songwriter of 'Nature Boy'

eden ahbez - Songwriter of 'Nature Boy'
Born

April 15th, 1908
116 years ago

Died

1995
30 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in 1908, this American songwriter and recording artist became prominent in the 1940s. He wrote the classic song 'Nature Boy,' which gained immense popularity when Nat King Cole recorded it in 1948. The song has since been covered by numerous artists and remains a staple in American music. Aside from songwriting, this individual contributed to the early Los Angeles music scene and was known for his unique lifestyle, which was influenced by naturalism and eastern philosophies.

Wrote the song 'Nature Boy'

Influenced the 1940s Los Angeles music scene

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