Harry Chapin - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 07, 1942 |
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| Died | July 16, 1981 (age 38) |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Harry Chapin's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Singer-songwriter best known for the song 'Cat's in the Cradle' and his activism against world hunger. |
Intro
Harry Chapin was an American singer-songwriter, best known for his folk rock and pop rock songs in the 1970s. He is remembered for narrative songs such as 'Taxi,' 'W·O·L·D,' and the chart-topping hit 'Cat's in the Cradle.' Chapin was also recognized for his humanitarian work, especially his efforts to end world hunger.
Early Life & Background
Harry Chapin was born on December 7, 1942, in New York City. He grew up in a musical family, with his father, Jim Chapin, being a notable jazz drummer. Harry attended Brooklyn Technical High School and briefly studied at the United States Air Force Academy and Cornell University, but left to pursue a music career.
Career Highlights
- Released his debut album 'Heads & Tales' in 1972.
- Had multiple hit songs, including 'Taxi,' 'W·O·L·D,' and 'Cat's in the Cradle.'
- Received a Grammy nomination and several gold records.
- Co-founded World Hunger Year (WHY), a non-profit organization to fight hunger.
Trivia
- Performed more than half of his concerts each year as benefit performances for charitable causes.
- Died in a car accident on July 16, 1981, on the Long Island Expressway.
- 'Cat's in the Cradle,' inspired by a poem written by his wife, remains one of his most enduring songs.
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On His Birth-Day
About December 7th, 1942, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 7, 1942, British commandos executed Operation Frankton, a daring raid in Bordeaux, France, targeting German shipping during World War II.
- Day of the week: December 7th, 1942 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Moonlight Becomes You by Bing Crosby
- Popular movie: This Gun for Hire directed by Frank Tuttle
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