About
Best known for writing the song Everybody's Talkin', which was noted for its use in Midnight Cowboy and as a hit for Harry Nilsson.
Before Fame
He pitched pop songs at New York City's Brill Building.
Trivia
He was honored with a Grammy Award for Everybody's Talkin'. He also wrote Come Back Baby for Buddy Holly and Candy Man for Roy Orbison.
Family Life
His father sold Wurlitzer jukeboxes. He married wife Linda.
Associated With
He paved the way for many folk singers and songwriters, including Joni Mitchell.
