#2 Jon Lind
It’s possible that you’re not too familiar with Jon Lind, but he was quite famous in the music business. The late lyricist and performer’s dedication to his craft was evident in his collaborations with legendary musicians.
Lind has written for a wide variety of artists, including Madonna, Cher, The Temptations, Jennifer Holliday, and many more. He worked with many different musicians and has produced an impressive body of work. Lind’s death from cancer at age 73 was a great loss.