Will Jennings
American songwriter; 'Tears in Heaven'
Born
June 27th, 1944
80 years ago
Died
September 6th, 2024
0 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent songwriter, contributions include collaborations with various artists predominantly in the pop and rock genres. Collaborated with Eric Clapton on the iconic song 'Tears in Heaven', which won Grammy Awards. Worked with other notable musicians, enriching their works with lyrical depth. Wrote songs for events, films, and documentaries, receiving critical acclaim for versatility in songwriting. The body of work includes collaborations with artists such as Joe Cocker and Roberta Flack.
Wrote 'Tears in Heaven' with Eric Clapton
Collaborated with Joe Cocker on hit songs
Contributed to Roberta Flack's music
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