Sir Roderick David Stewart
- Born:
- January 10, 1945, Highgate, London, England
- Nationality:
- British
- Profession(s):
- Singer, Songwriter, Musician
Early Life and Education
- Born and raised in North London.
- Briefly considered a career as a professional footballer.
- Began his music career in the early 1960s playing harmonica and singing in rhythm and blues bands.
Career and Major Achievements
- Gained initial recognition with The Jeff Beck Group and later Faces.
- Embarked on a successful solo career in the early 1970s.
- Achieved international fame with hits such as "Maggie May," "Tonight's the Night," "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?," and "Forever Young."
- Has sold over 120 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice: as a solo artist in 1994 and as a member of Faces in 2012.
- Knighted in 2016 for services to music and charity.
Notable Works
Selected Discography
Year | Album Title |
---|---|
1971 | Every Picture Tells a Story |
1975 | Atlantic Crossing |
1976 | A Night on the Town |
1978 | Blondes Have More Fun |
1988 | Out of Order |
Legacy and Impact
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