Oscar Hammerstein Quotes
But I'm only a cockeyed optimist.
Citations
Hammerstein, Oscar II. "A Cockeyed Optimist." South Pacific, Williamson Music, 1949.
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Oscar Greeley Clendenning Hammerstein II was an American lyricist, librettist, theatrical producer, and (usually uncredited) director in the musical theater for almost 40 years. He won eight Tony Awards and two Academy Awards for Best Original Song. Many of his songs are standard repertoire for vocalists and jazz musicians. He co-wrote 850 songs.