Noted singer, composer, actor, and author, Steve Lawrence, received his education at Thomas Jefferson High School in Brooklyn, where he honed his skills in saxophone and piano. Prior to pursuing a career in entertainment, Lawrence served in the United States Army from 1958 to 1960, during which time he was a vocalist with the US Army Band and Orchestra stationed in Fort Myers, Virginia.
Upon his discharge, Lawrence launched his singing career, performing on television, in nightclubs, and on recordings, both as a solo artist and alongside his wife, Eydie Gormé. His impressive stage presence led to a role in the 1960s Broadway musical "What Makes Sammy Run?"
Lawrence's talents extend beyond his performances, as he is also a skilled composer. A member of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) since 1957, he has penned numerous popular songs, including "After Midnight Waltz," "All Of My Life," "At a Time Like This," "Can't Get Over the Bossa Nova," "The Chase," "Damila," "Hi-Ho, Steve-O," "Hurry Home for Christmas," "I Gotta Run," "I'll Follow You," "I'll Never Be Alone," "It's Easier Said than Done," "Just For Now," "Laugh My Face," "Let Me Be the First," "A Little Bit Bluer," "Oh, How You Lied," "Only You," "Pity, Pity," "The Second Time Around," "The Shortest Love Song," "Sittin' on the Fence of Life," "Tall People," "Tell Me," "Time to Say Goodnight," "Two on the Aisle," "What's the Use of Talking," "When You're in Love," "While There's Still Time," "The World of You," "You Better Run," and "Your Kisses Kill Me."
