John Wallowitch

Biography

John Wallowitch was a prolific American songwriter and cabaret performer born in South Philadelphia in 1926. He spent his youth in a desolate neighborhood, dreaming of moving to New York, and eventually arrived there in his late teens to study classical piano at Juilliard. Wallowitch went on to write over 2,700 songs, including "Bruce", "Come a Little Closer", and "I See the World Through Your Eyes", showcasing his sophisticated takes on Irving Berlin's works.