Jerry Leiber, one of the most famous songwriters of his era, has passed away from cardiopulmonary failure. He was 78.
Often working with Mike Stolle, Leiber was born in Baltimore and penned such iconic tracks as “Stand By Me” and “Jailhouse Rock.” The partners met in high school and started writing together soon after.
“He was my friend, my buddy, my writing partner for 61 years,” Stoller said. “We met when we were 17 years old. He had a way with words. There was nobody better. I am going to miss him.”
Leiber is a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He is survived by three children, Jed, Oliver, and Jake; and two grandchildren, Chloe and Daphne.