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Peter Allen (born Peter Richard Woolnough; 10 February 1944 – 18 June 1992) was an Australian singer-songwriter, musician, and entertainer, known for his flamboyant stage persona, energetic performances, and lavish costumes. Allen's songs were made popular by many recording artists, including Elkie Brooks, Melissa Manchester and Olivia Newton-John, including Newton-John's first chart-topping hit "I Honestly Love You", and the chart-topping and Academy Award-winning "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" by Christopher Cross. In addition to recording many albums, Allen... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Peter Allen first charted in 1965 with The World Through a Tear.The artist placed 13 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 3 of which reached the Top‑10, including 2 number‑ones.The artist scored 5 UK Top‑75 entries, including 2 Top‑10 placements.On US AC the artist achieved 5 Top‑10s, 2 of which hit number‑one.On US Country the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US Alternative the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.