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Quote by Alan Jay Lerner

“You write a hit the same way you write a flop.”

Quote by Alan Jay Lerner

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Alan Jay Lerner

Alan Jay Lerner was an American lyricist, born on August 31, 1918, and passed away on June 14, 1986. Known for his significant contributions to the musical theater genre, Lerner collaborated with artists such as Fred Astaire and Richard Rodgers to create several classic musicals. more

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