Originally a 1945 French song titled (literally "The Dead Leaves"), it was composed by Joseph Kosma with lyrics by poet Jacques Prévert .
: The song became a massive hit after Nat "King" Cole's 1955 recording, followed by iconic interpretations by Frank Sinatra, Doris Day , and an instrumental #1 hit by pianist Roger Williams . Autumn Leaves
: Johnny Mercer wrote the English lyrics in 1947, transforming a rambling French elegy into a more nostalgic, bittersweet pop standard. Originally a 1945 French song titled (literally "The