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“Once upon a time the world was sweeter than we knew. Everything was ours; how happy we were then, but then once upon a time never comes again.”

Quote by Johnny Mercer

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Johnny Mercer was an American lyricist, composer, and singer, renowned for his significant contributions to the American music industry, especially during the Great Depression and World War II era. His career spanned over five decades, during which he penned over 1,000 songs, many of which have become enduring standards in the American songbook. more

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