Steven Benjamin Goodman was an American folk and country singer-songwriter from Chicago. He wrote the song 'City of New Orleans,' which was recorded by Arlo Guthrie and many others including John Denver, The Highwaymen, and Judy Collins; in 1985, it received a Grammy award for best country song, as performed by Willie Nelson. Goodman had a small but dedicated group of fans for his albums and concerts during his lifetime. His most frequently sung song is the Chicago Cubs anthem, 'Go Cubs Go'. Goodman died of leukemia in September 1984.
Instruments: Guitar
Genres: Folk Music • Comedy Song
Occupations: composer, songwriter, guitarist, singer, singer-songwriter