Liam Sternberg

While Liam Sternberg may not have a trophy case full of awards, his achievement is singular: he wrote one of the most recognizable pop songs of the 1980s. "Walk Like an Egyptian" remains a staple of oldies radio, party playlists, and pop culture references. The song's longevity and cross-generational appeal are a rare feat, and Sternberg's name is forever linked to that moment in music history. For a songwriter, having a song that becomes a worldwide No. 1 and continues to earn royalties decades later is a significant accomplishment.