Neil Sedaka
- MatchNeil Sedaka
- 100%Brian Hyland
- 89%Paul Anka
- 82%Bobby Vee
- 77%Johnny Tillotson
- 68%The Everly Brothers
- 67%Bobby Vinton
- 62%The Drifters
- 59%Pat Boone
- 58%The Platters
- 54%Connie Francis
Biography
13 March 1939, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA. Pianist Sedaka began his songwriting career with lyricist Howard Greenfield in the early 50s. During this high school period, Sedaka dated Carol Klein (later known as Carole King). For a brief period, Sedaka joined the Tokens, then won a scholarship to New Yorks Juilliard School of Music. In 1958, the pianist joined Don Kirshners Brill Building school of instant songwriters. Sedakas first major hit success came with... Read more