Fran Landesman

Fran Landesman was an American poet and songwriter, best known for her contributions to the jazz and cabaret scenes. She was born on October 21, 1927, in New York City and passed away on July 23, 2011, in London.

Some of Fran Landesman's notable works include the lyrics for songs such as "Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most," "Ballad of the Sad Young Men," and "The Lies of Handsome Men." She collaborated with various musicians and composers, including Tommy Wolf and Simon Wallace.

Fran Landesman lived most of her life in London, England. She moved there in the late 1960s and resided in the city until her death in 2011.

Throughout her career, Fran Landesman received several awards and accolades for her songwriting and contributions to the arts. Some of her notable awards include the Johnny Mercer Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the ASCAP Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award.

Yes, Fran Landesman collaborated with numerous artists throughout her career. She worked closely with musicians such as Tommy Wolf, who composed music for her lyrics. Landesman also collaborated with other songwriters, including Simon Wallace, on various projects.