Task: Explanation
Input (English): Richard Theodore Otcasek (born March 23, 1949), known as Ric Ocasek ( ), is an American singer, songwriter, musician and record producer. He is best known as the vocalist, rhythm guitarist and songwriter for the rock band the Cars. Ocasek has been married to model Paulina Porizkova since 1989. Question: Were Ric Ocasek and Steve Marriott both songwriters? Answer: yes
Output (English): Richard Theodore Otcasek born March 23, 1949, known as Ric Ocasek  , is an American singer, songwriter, musician and record producer.