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Andy Kim - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 05, 1946 |
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| Age | 79 |
| Birthplace | Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Andy Kim's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Hit singles 'Rock Me Gently' and co-writing 'Sugar, Sugar' by The Archies. |
Intro
Andy Kim is a Canadian pop rock singer and songwriter, best known for his hits in the 1960s and 1970s, including 'Rock Me Gently' and co-writing 'Sugar, Sugar' for The Archies.
Early Life & Background
Andy Kim was born as Andrew Youakim to Lebanese immigrant parents in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He developed an interest in music while growing up, inspired by the pop and rock sounds of the era.
Career Highlights
- Scored a #1 hit in the US with 'Rock Me Gently' in 1974.
- Co-wrote and performed vocals for 'Sugar, Sugar,' which became a #1 hit in 1969 for The Archies.
- Inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2018.
- Awarded the Juno Award for outstanding contribution to Canadian music.
Trivia
- Andy Kim initially recorded under the name Andy Kim to mask his Lebanese heritage, believing it would be easier to succeed in the music industry.
- 'Sugar, Sugar' sold over six million copies worldwide.
- He has written songs for other artists, including Jeff Barry and The Monkees.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Andy Kim?
Andy Kim is 79 years old.
When was Andy Kim born?
Andy Kim was born the 5 December 1946.
Where is Andy Kim from?
Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About December 5th, 1946, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 5, 1946, President Harry S. Truman established the Presidential Committee on Civil Rights. This committee was tasked with addressing civil rights issues in the United States and aimed to promote equality and justice for all citizens.
- Day of the week: December 5th, 1946 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: White Christmas by Bing Crosby
- Popular movie: The Best Years of Our Lives directed by William Wyler
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