Brian Potter, the British born songwriter and producer whose work helped shape some of the biggest hits of the 1970s, has died at the age of 87. His daughter confirmed his death, sharing that he had been living with Alzheimer’s disease in recent years.
Potter built a successful career through his songwriting partnership with Dennis Lambert. Together, the pair created songs that crossed pop, country, rock, and soul, working with a wide range of artists during one of music’s most influential decades. Their success earned industry recognition, including Grammy nominations for their work on Glen Campbell’s Rhinestone Cowboy album.
His songwriting credits include It Only Takes a Minute for Tavares, later revived by Take That, Baby Come Back by Player, and Ain’t No Woman (Like the One I’ve Got) for the Four Tops. Earlier in his career, he also co-wrote the Small Faces hit Whatcha Gonna Do About It.
After his partnership with Lambert ended, Potter continued writing and producing for artists including Kenny Rogers, the Pointer Sisters, and George Duke. His career later expanded into musical theater and children’s television, leaving behind a body of work that reached audiences across multiple generations.
