Bobby Hart

Bobby Hart

songwriter United States

Bobby Hart was a prolific American songwriter and producer best known for his collaboration with Tommy Boyce, creating numerous hits for the iconic 1960s band, the Monkees. Born Robert Luke Harshman in Phoenix, Arizona, he began his music career as a session musician and songwriter before joining forces with Boyce to craft some of the Monkees' most memorable songs, including 'Last Train to Clarksville' and the group's theme song. Hart's contributions to music extended beyond the Monkees, as he worked with various artists and penned songs for television shows. His creative legacy was recognized through a memoir and a documentary about his and Boyce's impact on the music industry. Hart passed away at the age of 86.

Born on Dec 31, 1936 (88 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
127,998
Power
8,121$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 8.00 0.04% +0% 331,002,651 127,998 $21,000,000 8,121$
Totals 1 331,002,651 127,998 $21,000,000 8,121$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Bobby Hart was a key part of the Monkees’ multimedia empire who teamed with Tommy Boyce on such hits as 'Last Train to Clarksville'. 8

CNN: Bobby Hart, songwriter for the Monkees, dead at 86