Mitchell Parish was an American lyricist born on August 10, 1900, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He is best known for his collaborations with various composers, creating popular songs that have become classics. His work includes the lyrics for the famous song “Stardust,” which was composed by Hoagy Carmichael. Throughout his career, Parish wrote lyrics for numerous other songs, contributing to the American music scene from the 1920s to the 1950s. He worked with notable artists and composers, leaving a lasting impact on the world of music. Mitchell Parish passed away on March 31, 1993, in New York City.