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Randy Newman

Musician

Randy Newman (born November 28, 1943, in Los Angeles) is an American singer-songwriter and composer known for caustic, ironic lyrics, orchestral-pop arrangements, and a prolific film-scoring career.

Born into a family of film composers (related to Alfred Newman). He has written numerous film scores and won an Academy Award in 2002 for the song "If I Didn't Have You" from Monsters, Inc.

DeBaser reviews emphasise Randy Newman’s caustic, ironic songwriting and his orchestral/pop sound rooted in American traditions. Reviewers note his modest popular success but strong critical esteem and prolific film-scoring career. Many suggest reading lyrics while listening to grasp his intent. Overall the coverage is appreciative and admiring.

For:fans of singer-songwriters, listeners of orchestral pop and film soundtracks, readers who like ironic/caustic lyrics

 The Jewish/Los Angeleno Randy Newman has the merit of being a great composer and lyricist, but the simultaneous misfortune of having a voice, and a face, of a niche artist, somewhat nerdy.

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 In recent years, he has devoted himself to the creation of film soundtracks, following family tradition and even winning an Oscar in 2002 for the song "If I Didn't Have You" (from the film Monsters, Inc.).

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