Desmond Child

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Desmond Child (b. 1953) is a highly acclaimed and veteran songwriter and producer who became famous as a performing artist beginning in the late 1970s. His best known songs include the soaring romantic power ballad, "Love On A Rooftop" (1991), which he co-wrote with Diane Warren. Over his long career, Child has penned hit songs for such bands and artists as Aerosmith, Cher, KISS, Joan Jett, and Ricky Martin, and in 2008, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.


Best known songs (with years) include:

  • Our Love Is Insane (1979)
  • Love On A Rooftop (1991)
  • You're The Story Of My Life (1991)

Pop charts debut year: 1979

Years active: 1975 - present

Genres: Pop rock, adult contemporary, hard rock, glam metal, disco, Latin pop

Labels: Capitol, Elektra

Website: desmondchild.com

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