Mort Dixon was a prominent early‑20th‑century lyricist who earned a place in the Songwriters Hall of Fame for his enduring contributions to popular music.
Early Days
Dixon began writing songs as a young man and sold his first hit, “That Old Gang of Mine,” in 1923, launching a prolific career that would span several decades.
Fun Facts
He penned classic tunes such as “Bye Bye Blackbird” and “I Found a Million Dollar Baby.” In addition to solo work, Dixon collaborated on ten songs with Harry Woods from 1927 to 1931.
Family Life
Dixon was married twice; his first wife Ada Gittlesohn bore him two daughters, Estelle and Evonne. He later wed Eldora Wimsby, who brought a son into the family from a prior marriage.
Collaborations With
Beyond Harry Woods, Dixon worked with many composers of his era, contributing lyrics that complemented their melodies in numerous popular recordings.