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Quote by Ira Gershwin

“Summer time an' the livin' is easy, Fish are jumpin' an' the cotton is high. Oh, yo' daddy's rich, and yo' ma' is good-lookin', So hush, little baby, don' yo' cry.”

Quote by Ira Gershwin

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Ira Gershwin was a renowned American lyricist, known for his collaboration with his brother George Gershwin on numerous classic musical works. His lyrics were known for their simplicity, poeticism, and emotional depth, making them beloved by audiences worldwide. more

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