Who wrote the song Somewhere Over the Rainbow?

Answer by  sashangeljaz (992)

"Somewhere Over the Rainbow" was written specifically for the movie "The Wizard of Oz". It was sung beautifully by Judy Garland in the movie. The music was written by Harold Arlen and the lyrics were written E. y. Harburg. The song has been covered by many artists over the years.

Answer by  ellie61 (478)

The song "Somewhere over the rainbow" (actually titled "Over the rainbow") was written by Harold Arlen. It was written for the Wizard of Oz film, and was sung by Judy Garland. The lyrics were written by E.Y. Harburg. First recordings of the song occured in 1938, but the official single was released in 1939.

Answer by  Luli84 (47)

Somewhere Over the Rainbow was composed by Harold Arlen and the lyrics were written by Edgar Yipsel Harburg. It was originally written for the movie The Wizard of Oz, and was sung by Judy Garland in that movie.