American score composer, songwriter, arranger and former session musician. Born 17 June 1947 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, U.S.A.
He earned degrees in music and drama at Middle Tennessee State University. He later became a staff writer for Warner Brothers Music, with songs recorded by such artists as Michael Jackson, Joe Cocker and Three Dog Night.
Not to be confused with funk vocalist, producer, songwriter and bandleader George Clinton.