This February 10, the publicist Tina Brausam reported the news of the death of the legendary American singer Burt Bacharach, known for the composition of hits such as close to you and Say a Little Prayerpopular in the 1960s and 1970s.
According to shared information, the winner of six Grammy Awards and three Oscars for Best Soundtrack died on February 8 at the age of 94 in the comfort of his home located in Los Angeles, California, apparently for natural causes.
Burt Bacharach was known for being one of the most important composers of the 20th century, as he composed hit songs like I Say A Little Prayer, The Look of Love and What The World Needs Now Is Love. In addition, he wrote dozens of soundtrack themes for films, among which stand out what’s new, pussycat, Alfie, I’ll Never Fall in Love Again and This Guy’s in Love with You.
His talented songwriting earned him 73 Top 40 hits in the US and 52 in the UK. Furthermore, throughout his career, he had the opportunity to work with artists such as Elvis Costello, Frank Sinatra, Dionne Warwick, The Beatles, Tom Jones, Aretha Franklin and many more.
His music was so particular that you could recognize it just by hearing a couple of notes and, although it was mostly inspired by his music tutor, jazz Frenchman Darius Milhaud, his songs touched genres from the cool jazz, rhythm and blues, bossa nova and even traditional pop.
Before the news of his death, the reactions and publications of the people in the media did not wait, so the networks were filled with photographs and messages expressing the sadness and pain that his death leaves in the world of music. Among those who stood out is the condolences of Brian Wilson, founder of the popular band The Beach Boys, and that of Billy Corgan, recognized for being the leader of The Samshing Pumpkins.