Joe Raposo

Joe Raposo

1937-02-08 – 1989-02-05 (age 51) Fall River, Massachusetts, United States
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Biography

Joseph Guilherme Raposo, OIH (February 8, 1937 – February 5, 1989) was an American composer, lyricist, songwriter, singer, and pianist, best known for his work on the children's television series Sesame Street, for which he wrote the theme song, as well as classic songs such as "Bein' Green", "C Is For Cookie" and "Sing" (later a #3 hit for The Carpenters). He also wrote music for television shows such as The Electric Company, Shining Time Station and the sitcoms Three's Company and The Ropers, including their theme songs. In addition to these works, Raposo also composed extensively for three Dr. Seuss TV specials in collaboration with the DePatie-Freleng Enterprises: Halloween Is Grinch Night (1977), Pontoffel Pock, Where Are You? (1980), and The Grinch Grinches the Cat in the Hat (1982).

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Known For

Raggedy Ann & Andy: A Musical Adventure
Raggedy Ann & Andy: A Musical Adventure

1977

as Joe, the Bus Driver (uncredited)

Sing! Sesame Street Remembers Joe Raposo and His Music
Pontoffel Pock, Where Are You?
Pontoffel Pock, Where Are You?

1980

as Gil Gickler / Groogen Musician / Senior Fairy / Groogen Dairywoman (voice)

Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street
Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street

2021

as Self (archive footage)

Rag Dolly in the U.S.S.R.