Charles Kenny

Charles Francis Kenny (June 23, 1898 – January 20, 1992) was an American composer, lyricist, author, and violinist. His hit songs include "There's a Gold Mine in the Sky", "Love Letters in the Sand", "Laughing at Life", and "Because It's Your Birthday Today", all of which were written with his brother Nick Kenny. The birthday song appeared in the Our Gang episode Practical Jokers.

Charles Kenny
Birth nameCharles Francis Kenny
Born(1898-06-23)June 23, 1898
Astoria, New York, United States
Died(1992-01-20)January 20, 1992
Eatontown, New Jersey, United States
Occupation(s)Composer, author, violinist

Songs

References

  1. "Sheet-Music Leaders (Week Ending February 5)" (PDF). Billboard. February 12, 1938. p. 76 via AmericanRadioHistory.com.
  2. "A Bing Crosby Discography". BING magazine. International Club Crosby. Retrieved September 4, 2017.


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