Paul Leka (February 20, 1943 – October 12, 2011) was an American songwriter, record producer, pianist, arranger, and orchestrator, most notable for co-writing the 1960s hits "Green Tambourine" and "Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye", the latter of which has become a standard song at sporting events. == Life and career == Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Leka was one of four children of Theodore and Dhimitra Leka, immigrants from Albania. His father worked as a short-order cook. Soon after... [more on Wikipedia]
As a songwriter, Paul Leka first charted in 1967 with Green Tambourine.The artist placed 8 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 2 of which reached the Top‑10, including 2 number‑ones.The artist scored 5 UK Top‑75 entries, including 3 Top‑10 placements.On US AC the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US Dance the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.
Top songs: #1: Green Tambourine - #2: Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye - #3: Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye - #4: Kiss Him Goodbye - #5: Goodbye
Rice Is Nice
The Lemon Pipers
Jelly Jungle (Of Orange Marmalade)
The Lemon Pipers
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