Quotes by Hoagy Carmichael

About Hoagy Carmichael:

Howard Hoagland "Hoagy" Carmichael is best known for composing the music for "Stardust", "Georgia on My Mind", "The Nearness of You", and "Heart and Soul", four of the most-recorded American songs of all time.
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I don't think I'll ever be president of anything.

Hoagy Carmichael

I know Mother named me after a railroad man, but it's too late now, I'm afraid. Much, much too late.

Hoagy Carmichael

In Hollywood, the rainbow hits the ground for composers.

Hoagy Carmichael

The recollection of how, when and where it all happened became vague as the lingering strains hung in the rafters of the studio. I wanted to shout back at it, Maybe I didn't write you, but I found you.

Hoagy Carmichael

Never play anything that don't sound right. You might not make any money, but at least you won't get hostile with yourself.

Hoagy Carmichael

I'm singing the music publisher's theme song - it ain't a commercial.

Hoagy Carmichael

This exploded in me almost more music than I could consume.

Hoagy Carmichael

Author Bio

  • NameHoagy Carmichael
  • DescriptionAmerican composer, pianist, singer, actor and bandleader
  • AliasesHoward Hoagland Carmichael
  • BornNovember 22, 1899
  • DiedDecember 27, 1981
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionPianist; Actor; Composer; Jazz Musician
  • WorksStardust
  • AwardsAcademy Award For Best Original Score; Grammy Trustees Award