Tom Lehrer jokes that plagiarizing is a secret to success, turning it into a catchy chant. He pokes fun at politics, mentioning the UN and OAS while hinting at a more forceful response. He also shares a quirky math tip: counting in octal feels like decimal if you don’t use your thumbs.
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Tom Lehrer was a mathematician from the United States, best known for Songs by Tom Lehrer.
Quick Facts About Tom Lehrer
Born
April 9, 1928
Died
July 26, 2025
Nationality
United States
Profession
Mathematician
Notable works
Songs by Tom Lehrer
Known for
National Brotherhood Week
About Tom Lehrer
Thomas Andrew Lehrer was an American musician. He recorded pithy, humorous, and often political songs that became popular in the 1950s and 1960s. His songs parodied popular musical forms, often with original melodies.
