Is That All There Is?

song by Leiber and Stoller

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"Is That All There Is?" is a song written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, and it became a major hit in 1969 for singer Peggy Lee. The song is characterized by its world-weary and introspective tone. It explores themes of disillusionment and existential questioning, with Lee's famously seductive and husky voice delivering lyrics that ponder the meaning of life and love. The song's philosophical nature and Lee's unique vocal delivery made it a significant and memorable piece in popular music.12

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Leiber and Stoller
…1969, was the world-weary “Is That All There Is?” (by Peggy Lee). In 1987 the pair was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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…1969, was the world-weary “Is That All There Is?” (by Peggy Lee). In 1987 the pair was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Peggy Lee
Vocal career of the 1950s and ’60s
…hit in many years, “Is That All There Is?”(1969), with which she became the first female artist to score top 10 hits in three different decades. The single also netted Lee her first and only Grammy, for best contemporary female vocal performance.
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…hit in many years, “Is That All There Is?”(1969), with which she became the first female artist to score top 10 hits in three different decades. The single also netted Lee her first and only Grammy, for best contemporary female vocal performance.
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