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Edgar Yipsel Harburg (born Isidore Hochberg; April 8, 1896 – March 5, 1981) was an American popular song lyricist and librettist who worked with many well-known composers. He wrote the lyrics to the standards "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?"
Jan 20, 2020 · With music by Harold Arlen and lyrics by Yip Harburg, it’s become one of the most beloved songs in the history of American popular music.
E. Y. (Yip) Harburg (1896-1981), in a career spanning over fifty years, was known as “Broadway’s social conscience.” A master lyricist, poet and book writer, Yip was always dedicated to social justice.
Apr 18, 2012 · During his 84 years on the planet, Yip Harburg contributed brilliant lyrics to some of the finest melodies of the American popular song canon.
- Nick Morrison
Over the Rainbow: The Life and Rhymes of Yip Harburg.
Dec 25, 2023 · During his career as a lyricist, Yip Harburg used his words to express anti-racist, pro-worker messages. He’s best known for writing the lyrics to The Wizard of Oz, but he also had two hits on...
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Learn about E. Y. (Yip) Harburg, the master lyricist who wrote "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?" and "Over The Rainbow." He also co-wrote The Wizard of Oz and Finian's Rainbow, and fought for human rights and equality.