Andy Razaf

Andy Razaf
Razaf in 1954
Background information
Birth nameAndriamanantena Paul Razafinkarefo
Born(1895-12-16)December 16, 1895
Washington, D.C., U.S.
DiedFebruary 3, 1973(1973-02-03) (aged 77)
North Hollywood, California, U.S.
Occupation(s)Lyricist, composer, poet and vocalist

Andy Razaf (born Andriamanantena Paul Razafinkarefo; December 16, 1895 – February 3, 1973) was the American lyricist of such well-known songs as "Ain't Misbehavin'" and "Honeysuckle Rose". He was also a composer, poet and vocalist.