Who Wrote ‘Moon River’?

“Moon River” was written by Henry Mancini and Johnny Mercer.

Their work didn’t impress the studio, though.

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In 1962, Mancini and Mercer were awarded the Oscar for best movie song for “Moon River.”

It also won Record of the Year and Song of the Year at the 1962 Grammy Awards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Andy Williams had the biggest hit with Moon River.

In 2022, his rendition of the song was chosen for preservation in the Library of Congress.

Despite the chance for the latter, the narrator follows their heart.

The phrase is a nod to Mercers childhood friend, whom he would pick huckleberries with near the river.

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