Music legend Burt Bacharach has died at the age of 94.
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Even if one does not recognize his name, there is a good chance that Bacharach’s musical legacy has affected music listeners in some way. Bacharach wears many hats; has been in the music business since the 1950s, Bacharach is responsible for writing many of the most famous songs of the last century. Bacharach and songwriter Hal David worked together for decades.
It would be an understatement to say Bacharach’s death leaves a significant void in the music industry. When news of his death broke Thursday morning, tributes to Bacharach’s legacy flooded social media.
From fans, to those who have worked with him over seven decades in the music industry, his legacy is remembered.
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Bacharach’s mark on popular culture is great!
He wrote Dionne Warwick’s “I Say A Little Prayer” and “I’ll Never Fall In Love Again.” In addition to the many covers of both songs, they have both experienced a resurgence in popularity in the last 30 years. The former was featured in Julia Roberts’ romantic classic, “My Best Friend’s Wedding,” and the latter was featured in “Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-J4xYOxJ9w
The version featured in the film was performed by Elvis Costello, a frequent collaborator of Bacharach, and an admirer of his work. The duo released an album together in the late 1990s. As of this writing, Costello has yet to make a statement regarding Bacharach’s departure.
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Famous Beach Boy and songwriter Brian Wilson tweeted a tribute to Bacharach earlier this morning.
I was so sad to hear about Burt Bacharach. Burt is my hero and a huge influence on my work. He is a giant in the music business. His songs will live forever. Love & Blessings to the Burt family. pic.twitter.com/yYGY3bGNSw
— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) February 9, 2023
“I’m so sad to hear about Burt Bacharach. Burt is my hero and a huge influence on my work. He is a giant in the music business. His songs will live forever. Love and compassion to the Burt family.”
Author (and Mike’s brother) Paul Myers, tweeted, “I will have a lot more to say about Burt Bacharach in the coming weeks and years. More than The Beatles, Bacharach was the innovator who showed us the many new possibilities of melody and harmonic invention in the popular song.”
The Kinks’ Dave Davies tweeted, “A very sad day, perhaps one of the most influential songwriters of our time. He is a great inspiration. Rest in peace Burt Bacharach.”
Jason Alexander write, “Burt Bacharach is a uniquely brilliant light. I have enjoyed and sung his music all my life. I could see his songs immediately from his beloved piano and horn, and his unique jazz beats. He left us a treasure trove of songs to cherish. Thank you, Mr. B.”
Actor John Fugelsang gives his Twitter followers a list further songs written by Bacharach.
In addition to Aretha Franklin’s version of “I Say A Little Prayer,” Fugelsang included a Bacharach and Costello collaboration, “God Give Me Strength,” Warwick’s “Walk On By,” the 1980s classic “There’s Always Something To Remind Me” by Naked Eyes, Christopher Cross’ “Arthur’s Theme” and The Beatles version of “Baby It’s You” just to name a few.
Music journalist Matt Pinfield tweeted, “Burt Bacharach has died. He is an absolute musical genius and has gifted us with so many songs in his amazing career. Along with lyricist Hal David, Burt wrote some of the greatest songs of the 1960s. A legend has left us.”
Singer/songwriter and frontwoman of The Bangles, Susanna Hoffs, tweet a photo from Bacharach. “Peace and love, Burt Bacharach,” he wrote.
Songwriter Diane Warren tweeted, “The Songwriting World has lost Beethoven today. Composed in the eternal power of Burt Bacharach.”
Official Twitter the account for the Royal Albert Hall tweeted, “We are saddened to hear of the passing of Burt Bacharach. The iconic songwriter and composer headlined the Hall in ’97 and his music has been performed here by artists such as Dionne Warwick, Paul Simon and Lianne La Havas. His profound impact on the industry will continue to be felt.”
Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins write, “RIP Burt Bacharach. A beautiful and simple titan of song.”
Pianist Mike Garson, who has worked with several famous artists, tweeted, “Burt Bacharach has died. He is a very talented writer with a wonderful understanding of classical music and is one of my favorite songwriters. He asked me to be the pianist for his Broadway show ‘A Promise.’ Like a fool, I rejected it.”
Musician Rick Astley tweeted, “We use the term ‘Legend’ too often but in the case of Burt Bacharach, it’s the only word that fits. RIP Burt, your beautiful music will live on forever…”
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