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.

Ervin Drake
Drake in 2006
Background information
Birth nameErvin Maurice Druckman
Born(1919-04-03)April 3, 1919
New York City, U.S.
DiedJanuary 15, 2015(2015-01-15) (aged 95)
Great Neck, New York, U.S.
Occupation(s)Songwriter
Years active1931–2014
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