About
Composed over 600 songs and musical compositions for both stage and film.
Before fame
He began learning how to play the piano when he was a young boy.
Trivia
He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Song for Always in My Heart in 1942.
Family life
His sister was Ernestina Lecuona, who was also a composer.
Associated with
His music was mostly introduced to American audiences by Desi Arnaz.
