Dionne Warwick

Dionne Warwick is an American singer whose recordings of songs by Burt Bacharach and Hal David helped define sophisticated pop and soul in the 1960s.

Burt Bacharach: An American composer and pianist known for melodic pop songs, many written with lyricist Hal David. His distinctive melodies shaped Warwick’s signature recordings.
Walk On By: A 1964 song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David and first recorded by Dionne Warwick. Its restrained heartbreak became one of Warwick’s defining performances.
New Hope Baptist Church: A historic Baptist church in Newark, New Jersey, known for its gospel music tradition. Warwick sang in its gospel choir, where her musical training began.
United Nations Goodwill Ambassador: An honorary role in which a prominent figure supports the work of a United Nations agency. Warwick served as a goodwill ambassador for the Food and Agriculture Organization.
Hal David: An American lyricist whose partnership with Burt Bacharach produced many popular songs. His lyrics supplied the songs Warwick made famous.
Anyone Who Had a Heart: A 1963 song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David and recorded by Dionne Warwick. Its dramatic melody established Warwick as a distinctive interpreter of their songs.
The Drifters: An American vocal group whose changing lineup recorded influential rhythm and blues and pop songs. Warwick worked as a session singer on recordings associated with the group.
American Foundation for AIDS Research: A nonprofit organization that supports research and education addressing HIV and AIDS. Her 1985 charity recording helped raise money for AIDS research.
Marlene Dietrich: A German-American actor and singer known for a distinctive voice and decades-long stage and film career. Warwick later toured with Dietrich, connecting her pop career to a legendary stage performer.
I Say a Little Prayer: A 1967 song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David and first recorded by Dionne Warwick. Its intricate rhythm and intimate delivery became enduring features of her repertoire.

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