Harry Chapin

Fifty years ago, on Tuesday, October 1st, 1974, Grammy-nominated folk singer Harry Chapin released the multi-generational hit “Cat’s In The Cradle.” By December of that same year, the song had skyrocketed to #1, and made Chapin a household name. Originally inspired by a poem written by his wife Sandy, “Cat’s In the Cradle” afforded Chapin newfound stardom that allowed him to launch WhyHunger, Center for Food Action and Long Island Cares, or The Harry Chapin Food Bank.

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As we gather to honor the memory and celebrate the birthday of Harry Chapin on this December 7th, 2023, it's an opportunity to delve deeper into the rich tapestry of his life and legacy, a journey that transcends mere music into the realms of profound influence and enduring impact.

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The Chapin Sisters make you long to return to a place you may have never been before.
 
“Bergen Street” is the new single (Out Now, Lake Bottom Records) from Abigail and Lily Chapin, the sibling members of what looks like a folk music dynasty, but in reality, is a proud family that has been making music for decades in the most humble of traditions.
 

The Chapin Sisters make you long to return to a place you may have never been before.
 
“Bergen Street” is the new single (March 31, Lake Bottom Records) from Abigail and Lily Chapin, the sibling members of what looks like a folk music dynasty, but in reality, is a proud family that has been making music for decades in the most humble of traditions.
 

Abramorama, Kinema and The Harry Chapin Foundation announced today a special screening event of the feature-length documentary Harry Chapin: When in Doubt, Do Something taking place worldwide on Harry Chapin’s 80th birthday, December 7, 2022, at 8PM EST.

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“Harry Chapin was one of the greatest storytellers of all time. He wanted to change the world. And he did.” — Ken Kragen, Harry Chapin’s manager and co-creator of USA for Africa and Hands Across America

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