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Arthur Siegel (December 31, 1923 - September 13, 1994) was an American songwriter. Born on December 31, 1923 in Lakewood Township, New Jersey, he studied acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and studied music at The Juilliard School. Hits he composed included "Monotonous" (written in collaboration with June Carroll, famously performed by Eartha Kitt), "Penny Candy", "Love is a Simple Thing" and "I Want You to Be the First One to Know". His work was featured prominently in the Leonard Sillman-produced revues New Faces of 1952, New Faces of 1956 and New Faces of 1962. Siegel released several recordings of him performing his own music, including 1992's Arthur Siegel Sings Arthur Siegel and 1995's Live at the Ballroom. He died on September 13, 1994 at age 70 from diabetes complications.


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