Happy Birthday Carole Bayer Sager (born Carol Bayer on March 8, 1944) is an American lyricist, singer, songwriter, and painter. Bayer Sager had many hits during the 1970s. She co-wrote many songs with Melissa Manchester that appeared on Manchester’s solo albums of the period, including “Come in from the Rain” and “Midnight Blue”, which would go on to be covered by many other artists. She also worked with Australian songwriter Peter Allen, crafting hits such as “I’d Rather Leave While I’m in Love