Randy Newman Fun Facts, Quotes and Tweets

28^th February 2011

Fact: Randy Newman's win for Best Original Song for TOY STORY 3's We Belong Together was only his second Oscars honour, despite receiving a total of 19 nominations throughout his career.

29^th August 2008

Quote: "Pot... just made me paranoid. I did it lots anyway. But who wants the day to be longer?" Randy Newman on his marijuana use.

1^st August 2008

Quote: "I was listening to one of their very early records with SUBSTITUTE on, that my son, who's into music more than I am, put on. It was this corrosively cynical, satirical stuff, and (ROGER) DALTREY was adding to it by the nature of his vocals. He really gets it. He helps those songs. They were an unbelievably good rock band." Legendary songwriter Randy Newman is a late convert to The Who.

24^th July 2008

Fact: Oscar winner Randy Newman thrilled fans including Mandy Moore and Jason Schwartzman with a low-key gig at Los Angeles' Largo club on Wednesday night (23Jul08). The 280-capacity venue was packed for the showcase, during which the beloved singer/songwriter performed tracks from his upcoming album.

12^th March 2007

Quote: "She's the best new artist I've heard since Eminem." Revered songwriter Randy Newman is a big fan of Brit Lily Allen.