Jimmy McHugh
James Francis McHugh (July 10, 1894 – May 23, 1969) was an American composer. One of the most prolific songwriters from the 1920s to the 1950s, he is credited with over 500 songs. His songs were recorded by many artists, including Chet Baker, June Christy, Bing Crosby, Deanna Durbin, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, Adelaide Hall, Billie Holiday, Beverly Kenney, Bill Kenny, The Everly Brothers, Peggy Lee, Carmen Miranda, Nina Simone, Frank Sinatra, and Dinah Washington.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | James Francis McHugh |
| Born | July 10, 1894 Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | May 23, 1969 (aged 74) Beverly Hills, California, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Songwriter |
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