About Lee Gaines
Lived 1914 – 1987 (aged 73). Lee Gaines was an American jazz musician, lyricist, songwriter, singer, actor and writer.
Otho Lee Gaines (April 21, 1914 – July 15, 1987) was an American jazz singer and lyricist. Gaines wrote the lyrics for "Take the "A" Train" and "Just A-Sittin' and A-Rockin'", two jazz standards by Billy Strayhorn.
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Who was Lee Gaines?
American singer (1914–1987)
When was Lee Gaines born?
Lee Gaines was born on 21 April 1914 in Houston.
When did Lee Gaines die?
Lee Gaines died on 15 July 1987 in Helsinki.
What was Lee Gaines's occupation?
Lee Gaines was a jazz musician, lyricist, songwriter, singer, actor and writer.
What nationality was Lee Gaines?
Lee Gaines was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lee Gaines. https://biography.guide/lee-gaines/
MLA: "Lee Gaines." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/lee-gaines/.
Chicago: "Lee Gaines." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/lee-gaines/.
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