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Gerry Goffin

American lyricist (1939-2014) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 75

Gerald Goffin was an American lyricist. Collaborating initially with his first wife, Carole King, he co-wrote many international pop hits of the early and mid-1960s, including the US No. 1 hits "Will You Love Me Tomorrow", "Take Good Care of My Baby", "The Loco-Motion", and "Go Away Little Girl".

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Awards

Grammy Trustees Award2004
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame1990

About this person

It was later said of Goffin that his gift was "to find words that expressed what many young people were feeling but were unable to articulate."

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1939 to 2014 · aged 75

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