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Warren Zevon (1947–2003) was an American singer-songwriter whose work blended rock, folk, and darkly comedic storytelling. His best-known song, "Werewolves of London," reached the Billboard Top 40 in 1978. Over a career spanning four decades, Zevon released studio albums including "Excitable Boy" (1978) and "Sentimental Hygiene" (1987), and collaborated with members of R.E.M. in the band Hindu Love Gods.
His final album, "The Wind" (2003), was recorded after his diagnosis with mesothelioma and released weeks before his death.
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Warren Zevon ranks #122 of 225 in the Singer ranking, behind Kris Kristofferson, ahead of Justin Timberlake.
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What is Warren Zevon's most famous song?
Warren Zevon's biggest commercial hit is "Werewolves of London," which reached the top 40 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1978. The track features a distinctive piano-driven hook and has been widely covered and sampled by other artists over the decades.
Did Warren Zevon win a Grammy for his final album?
He won two posthumous Grammy Awards in 2004 for his final studio album, "The Wind." The album was recorded shortly before his death from mesothelioma in September 2003 and featured guest appearances from artists like Bruce Springsteen.
Who played on Warren Zevon's self-titled 1976 major label debut?
His 1976 album featured heavy-hitting collaborators from the classic rock era, including Jackson Browne, who produced it. Members of the Eagles, such as Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and Don Felder, also provided backing vocals and instrumentation on the record.
Did Warren Zevon appear on The Late Show with David Letterman?
Warren Zevon was famously the only guest on the October 30, 2002, broadcast of "Late Show with David Letterman." During the interview, he spoke candidly about his terminal cancer diagnosis and gave the host the famous advice to "enjoy every sandwich."
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