Henry Creamer

Henry Creamer ( born June 21, 1879 in Richmond (Virginia ), † 14 October 1930 in New York City ) was an American lyricist of pop songs, but was also active as a composer, singer and publisher.

Life and work

Creamer grew up in New York and worked from 1900 in a New York musical theater, first as ushers and program sellers, then as a stage manager and eccentric Tänzer.1906 he started writing lyrics, first together with Tom Lemonier. Then he stepped both in America and in Europe on vaudeville. Especially with Turner Layton he wrote numerous songs, some of which are counted as part of the Great American Songbook. He also wrote for several Broadway revues such as Strut Miss Lizzie.

Together with James Reese Europe, he founded the Clef Club, which was relevant as an organization for African-American musicians and entertainers.

List of Songs ( selection)

  • After You've Gone (music by Turner Layton, 1918)
  • Alabama Stomp (music by James P. Johnson, 1926)
  • Dear Old Southland (music by Turner Layton, 1921)
  • Ev'rybody 's Crazy ' bout the Doggone Blues, But I'm Happy (music by Turner Layton, 1918)
  • I Must Have Someone to Love Me ( Music: James Reese Europe, 1915)
  • If I Could Be with You ( One Hour Tonight) (music: James P. Johnson, 1926)
  • Strut Miss Lizzie (music by Turner Layton, 1921)
  • Sweet Emalina My Gal (music: Turner Layton, 1917)
  • The Bombo - Shay (Lyrics & Music: Henry Creamer, 1917)
  • That's a Plenty ( Music: Bert A. Williams, 1909)
  • Way Down Yonder In New Orleans (Music Turner Layton, 1922)
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