John Rosamond Johnson was an American composer and singer during the Harlem Renaissance. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, he had much of his career in New York City. Johnson is noted as the composer of the tune for the hymn "Lift Every Voice and... Wikipedia
Born: August 11, 1873, Jacksonville, FL
Died: November 11, 1954 (age 81 years), New York, NY
Siblings: James Weldon Johnson
Children: Mildred Johnson Edwards
Partner: Nora Ethel Floyd