Songs Written by Sherman EdwardsTop Songs / Chart Singles Discography

Sherman Edwards (April 3, 1919 – March 30, 1981) was an American composer, jazz pianist, and songwriter, best known for his songs from the 1969 Broadway musical 1776 and the 1972 film adaptation. == Early life == Edwards was born in the East Harlem neighborhood of New York City and was raised in the Weequahic section of Newark, New Jersey, where he attended Weequahic High School. He attended New York University, where he majored in history. Throughout college, Edwards moonlighted,... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Sherman Edwards first charted in 1955 with Dungaree Doll.The artist placed 15 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 5 of which reached the Top‑10.The artist scored 5 UK Top‑75 entries, including 2 Top‑10 placements.On US AC the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.