Person Open DS/UK/17478 Hardin; James Timothy 'Tim' (1941-1980); American folk musician, composer Hardin James Timothy 'Tim' 1941-1980 American folk musician, composer Male

James Timothy "Tim" Hardin (December 23, 1941 – December 29, 1980) was an American folk musician and composer. He wrote the Top 40 hits "If I Were a Carpenter", covered by, among others, Bobby Darin, Joan Baez, Johnny Cash, The Four Tops, Robert Plant, and Johnny Rivers; his song "Reason to Believe" has been covered, notably, by many artists, including Rod Stewart (who had a chart hit with the song) and The Carpenters. Hardin is also known for his own recording career. International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) 2nd edition - ICA 2004 ISBN 2-9521932-2-3 National Council on Archives, Rules for the Construction of Personal, Place and Corporate Names, 1997 Yes RAHdroberts 6/10/2014 Rachael.Fragola 3/1/2022 f264f3c4-acbc-4321-8b98-cf83074eab62