Quote of the day
The basis of tragedy is man's helplessness against disease, war and death; the basis of comedy is man's helplessness against vanity (the vanity of love, greed, lust, power).
Randy Newman
Born: November 28, 1943 (age 81)
Bio: Randall Stuart "Randy" Newman is an American singer-songwriter, arranger, composer, and pianist who is known for his distinctive voice, mordant pop songs, and for film scores.
Known for:
- Good Old Boys (1974)
- Toy Story (1995)
- Sail Away (1972)
- 12 Songs (1970)
- The Randy Newman Songbook, Volume 1 (2003)