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Lerner would often struggle with writing his lyrics.
He was surprisingly able to complete " I Could Have Danced All Night " from My Fair Lady in one 24 hour period.
He usually spent months on one song and was constantly rewriting them.
Lerner was said to have insecurity about his talent.
He would sometimes write songs with someone in mind, for instance, " I've Grown Accustomed To Her Face " from My Fair Lady was written with Rex Harrison in mind to complement his very limited vocal range.
He said of writing:
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