Songs Written by Joseph BrooksTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Joseph Brooks (born Joseph Kaplan; March 11, 1938 – May 22, 2011) was a serial rapist, American songwriter, composer, and filmmaker. He was a successful author of commercial jingles during the 1960s, before pivoting to a filmmaking career. His 1977 romantic drama You Light Up My Life, which he wrote, directed, produced, and scored; spawned the hit song of the same name, earning Brooks an Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, and a Grammy Award. Brooks became the subject of an... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Joseph Brooks first charted in 1965 with Seein' the Right Love Go Wrong.The artist placed 7 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, one of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.The artist scored 3 UK Top‑75 entries, including a single Top‑10 placement.On US AC the artist achieved 3 Top‑10s, 2 of which went to number‑one.On US Country the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US Dance the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.