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Also Credited As: John Mercer

Birth Place: Savannah, GA, USA

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Old Man Rhythm
[ 1935 ] Colonel
To Beat the Band
[ 1935 ] Member of the Band
Varsity Show
[ 1937 ] music and lyrics by
Mr. Chump
[ 1938 ] lyrics
Naughty But Nice
[ 1939 ] lyrics
You'll Find Out
[ 1940 ] lyrics by - as John Mercer
The Fleet's In
[ 1942 ] songwriter
The Sky's the Limit
[ 1943 ] lyrics by
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
[ 1954 ] lyrics by
Merry Andrew
[ 1958 ] lyricist
Li'l Abner
[ 1959 ] lyricist
Barefoot in the Park
[ 1967 ] lyrics
Darling Lili
[ 1970 ] lyricist
Paesano: A Voice in the Night
[ 1975 ] lyricist
The Best of Vecírek
[ 1992 ] music

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Johnny Mercer, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers

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THE SNOW GOOSE Writers to Receive Jonathan Larson Grant Photo
THE SNOW GOOSE Writers to Receive Jonathan Larson Grant
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026

Goodspeed Musicals has revealed that Scott Gilmour and Claire McKenzie, award-winning writers of Goodspeed’s upcoming world premiere production of The Snow Goose, are recipients of the 2025 Jonathan Larson Grant.
Frank Dain To Reprise A CELEBRATION 24 YEARS IN THE MAKING At Don't Tell Mama Photo
Frank Dain To Reprise A CELEBRATION 24 YEARS IN THE MAKING At Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026

Award-winning vocalist Frank Dain will present 'A CELEBRATION 24 YEARS IN THE MAKING' at Don't Tell Mama on March 1, celebrating his latest album and honoring his late husband.
Listen: 'To Be Remembered' From THE (DISASTER) MARATHON OF 1904 Musical Photo
Listen: 'To Be Remembered' From THE (DISASTER) MARATHON OF 1904 Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026

A new original song, 'To Be Remembered,' from the upcoming musical The (Disaster) Marathon of 1904 has been released. Listen to it now, performed by Blake Roman as Frederick Lorz.
Alexandra Silber’s AFTER ANATEVKA, PROUD MARYS Included in Prospect Musicals’ IGN Photo
Alexandra Silber’s AFTER ANATEVKA, PROUD MARYS Included in Prospect Musicals’ IGNITE Concert Festival
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026

Prospect Musicals announced the return of the IGNITE Concert Festival of work-in-process musicals and related events, launching with musicalized book reading of Alexandra Silber’s After Anatevka, and concluding with a concert of the genre-bending new pop musical Proud Marys, presented in partnership with National Asian Artists Project.
Steve Martin Joins Steep Canyon Rangers on New Single; Tour Dates Revealed Photo
Steve Martin Joins Steep Canyon Rangers on New Single; Tour Dates Revealed
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026

Bluegrass and Americana ensemble Steep Canyon Rangers have partnered with Steve Martin on the third track unveiled from their forthcoming 15th studio album, Next Act. Check it out now.
Arbender Robinson, Chris Anderson and More Join Lineup for Abby Payne's THE GUNFIGHTE Photo
Arbender Robinson, Chris Anderson and More Join Lineup for Abby Payne's THE GUNFIGHTER MEETS HIS MATCH! at 54 Below
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 2, 2026

A new presentation of Abby Payne’s new musical The Gunfighter Meets His Match! will take place at 54 Below on Thursday, February 27th at 9:30pm. This special one-night only concert presentation will spotlight new music performed by creator/composer/writer Abby Payne, along with her full band and special guests.
Best Cabaret in February 2026: Patti LuPone, Isaac Mizrahi, Tony Danza & More Photo
Best Cabaret in February 2026: Patti LuPone, Isaac Mizrahi, Tony Danza & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 1, 2026

See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues this month, at a range of budget points including Dianna Agron, Jeff Harnar, Melissa Errico and more.
Review: AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER at Emerson Colonial Theatre Photo
Review: AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER at Emerson Colonial Theatre
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 31, 2026

What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
Listen: Matt Von Roderick Drops Cover of Jerome Kern's 'I’m Old Fashioned' Photo
Listen: Matt Von Roderick Drops Cover of Jerome Kern's 'I’m Old Fashioned'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 30, 2026

Jazz trumpeter and vocalist Matt Von Roderick has shared a new single, his version of the jazz classic “I’m Old Fashioned,' originally written by Jerome Kern and Johnny Mercer. Check it out here.
The Robey Theatre Company to Present a Staged Reading of MEDEA Photo
The Robey Theatre Company to Present a Staged Reading of MEDEA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026

The Robey Theatre Company will present a staged reading of Medea, adapted by Countee Cullen, at the Los Angeles Theatre Center. This classic drama explores themes of revenge and betrayal.
Tracy Lawrence to Embark on 2026 Headlining 'No Alibis Tour' Photo
Tracy Lawrence to Embark on 2026 Headlining 'No Alibis Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 28, 2026

Country music icon and philanthropist Tracy Lawrence will embark on his headlining 2026 No Alibis Tour, which will hit many cities across America for the newly announced first leg.
Listen: Vocalist Martin Bonventre Releases Debut EP 'Swingin' in a New Dimension' Photo
Listen: Vocalist Martin Bonventre Releases Debut EP 'Swingin' in a New Dimension'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 23, 2026

Musical theater performer Martin Bonventre has released his debut EP, Swingin' in a New Dimension. Listen to the recording, which features eight of Bonventre's favorite songs culled from film and Broadway theater classics and pop.
Goodspeed to Host 41 Writers for Annual Writers Grove Photo
Goodspeed to Host 41 Writers for Annual Writers Grove
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026

Goodspeed Musicals has revealed the participants for the 14th annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals, which will be held on the Goodspeed campus in East Haddam, Connecticut.
Jazz at Lincoln Center to Celebrate Dorothy Fields with Songbook Sundays Photo
Jazz at Lincoln Center to Celebrate Dorothy Fields with Songbook Sundays
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026

Songbook Sundays, created and hosted by Deborah Grace Winer celebrating the American Songbook will continue at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's Club with On the Sunny Side of Dorothy Fields on Sunday, February 8th, at 5 PM and 7:30 PM.
COME FROM AWAY, 42ND STREET, and More Set For Sharon Playhouse 2026 Season Photo
COME FROM AWAY, 42ND STREET, and More Set For Sharon Playhouse 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Sharon Playhouse will present a diverse lineup for its 2026 season, including both mainstage and YouthStage productions, showcasing community talent and creativity.
Review: 42ND STREET at Arizona Broadway Theatre Photo
Review: 42ND STREET at Arizona Broadway Theatre
by Herbert Paine - Jan 20, 2026

This sparkling musical is a brand of theater that’s all surface and shimmer and doesn’t pretend to be otherwise. A showbiz fantasy at full throttle making you feel delightfully upbeat.
Sparks & Wiry Cries To Present SPARKSLIVE SONG Festival In February Photo
Sparks & Wiry Cries To Present SPARKSLIVE SONG Festival In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2026

Sparks & Wiry Cries will present the sparksLIVE Song Festival, featuring notable performances including 'The Invisible Man' with Stephanie Blythe, from February 19-21.
Hattiloo Theatre Partners with Renowned Market Theatre To Bring BLUES IN THE NIGHT To Photo
Hattiloo Theatre Partners with Renowned Market Theatre To Bring BLUES IN THE NIGHT To Johannesburg
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2026

Hattiloo Theatre will present its first African performance with the musical BLUES IN THE NIGHT at Johannesburg's Market Theatre from February 5-22, 2026.
Best Cabaret in 2026: Patti LuPone, Laura Benanti & More Photo
Best Cabaret in 2026: Patti LuPone, Laura Benanti & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 6, 2026

See some of the best can't-miss events of 2026 that will sell out weeks in advance. This roundup features some of the biggest stars working in musical theater and cabaret right now. Check out this list and get your tickets before it's too late.
Applications Open For The JMF 2026 Young Songwriters Intensive Photo
Applications Open For The JMF 2026 Young Songwriters Intensive
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026

Applications are open for the 2026 JMF Young Songwriters Intensive at Snow Pond Center for the Arts. This Free 7-day songwriting intensive will provide students a unique learning experience through classes, professional mentorship and more.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Johnny Mercer written?

Johnny Mercer has written 25 shows including Blackbirds of 1936 (Lyricist), Lew Leslie's Blackbirds of 1939 (Lyricist), Swingin' The Dream (Lyricist), Walk With Music (Lyricist), St. Louis Woman (Lyricist), Texas, Li'l Darlin' (Lyricist), Top Banana (Composer/Lyricist), Li'l Abner (Lyricist), Saratoga (Lyricist), Foxy (Lyricist), The Harold Arlen Songbook (Lyricist), The Good Companions (Lyricist), Dancin' (Lyricist), Sophisticated Ladies (Lyricist), Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (Lyricist), Barbara Cook: A Concert for the Theatre (Lyricist), 42nd Street (Lyricist), Dream (Source Material), Fosse (Lyricist), Swing! (Composer/Lyricist), Mostly Sondheim (Lyricist), Elaine Stritch At Liberty (Lyricist), Never Gonna Dance (Lyricist), Breakfast at Tiffany's (Composer/Lyricist), Come Fly Away (Lyricist).

What awards has Johnny Mercer been nominated for?

Johnny Mercer has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for the show "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers".

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