Hal David: Lyricist Behind Burt Bacharach Hits Dies at 91

Hal David was an American lyricist. Born on May 25, 1921, in New York City, he served in the Army in World War II.

He wrote the lyrics for dozens of hits composed by Burt Bacharach, including "Walk On By," "Do You Know the Way to San Jose," "What the World Needs Now Is Love" and "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head," which won an Oscar. He and Bacharach also wrote the musical Promises, Promises.

He was president of ASCAP from 1980 to 1986 and received the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize in 2011. David died of a stroke in Los Angeles on September 1, 2012, at age 91.

Achievements: Academy Award, three Grammy Awards, Gershwin Prize (2011).

Birth: May 25, 1921 - New York City.

Profession: Lyricist.

Interesting Facts: He wrote with Burt Bacharach for decades.