4. Olympics

Don talks about how he wrote the lyrics for the theme tune to the 1992 Olympics, as well as the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Plus the search for the new lyricists of today.

He was the creative force behind some of the 20th century’s biggest hits.

A warm and wonderfully moving memoir from legendary songwriter Don Black.

Black shares the stories behind some of his most iconic numbers, as well as delightful anecdotes of his collaboration with the industry’s brightest stars.

It's a celebration of a life in music and a touching tribute to Black’s ultimate inspiration, his wife Shirley.

Written and read by Don Black.

Abridged by Polly Coles.

Producer: Clive Brill

A Brill Production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in November 2020.