David Paich

David Frank Paich (born June 25, 1954) is an American keyboardist, singer, and songwriter, best known as the co-founder, principal songwriter, keyboardist, and secondary vocalist of the rock band Toto since 1977. He wrote or co-wrote much of Toto's original material, including the band's three most popular songs: "Hold the Line", "Rosanna", and "Africa". With Toto, Paich has contributed to 17 albums and sold over 40 million records. He and guitarist and singer Steve Lukather are the only members to appear on every studio album.

David Paich
Paich in 2003
Background information
Birth nameDavid Frank Paich
Born (1954-06-25) June 25, 1954
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Musician
  • songwriter
  • singer
  • record producer
Instruments
  • Keyboards
  • vocals
Years active1973–present
Member ofToto
Spouse(s)
Lorraine Paich
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(m. 1984)​

In addition, Paich has worked as a songwriter, session musician, and producer with a host of artists including Helen Reddy, Boz Scaggs, and Michael Jackson.

Paich is the son of jazz composer, musician, and arranger Marty Paich.

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