Charles Rinker

Charles Rinker
Occupations	Lyricist

Charles Rinker was an American lyricist who worked frequently with Gene de Paul and Bob Rothberg, among others. His older brother, Al Rinker, formed the Rhythm Boys with Bing Crosby in 1925. His sister, Mildred Bailey, was a popular and influential American jazz singer during the 1930s.^[1]

He wrote twenty-seven songs with Gene de Paul,^[2] including "Your Name is Love," which has been recorded by George Shearing, Nancy Wilson, and others.

Songwriting highlights

"Your Name is Love" with Gene de Paul

References

1. ^ Giddins, Gary (January 2001). Bing Crosby: a pocketful of dreams : the early years, 1903-1940. Little, Brown and Company.. ISBN 0316881880. 
2. ^ Songwriters Hall of Fame detailed song list for Gene De Paul

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Name	Rinker, Charles
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Place of birth	Spokane, Washington
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