Singer: Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury, born Farrokh Bulsara on September 5, 1946, in Zanzibar (now part of Tanzania), was a British singer, songwriter, and the iconic frontman of the rock band Queen.

Renowned for his powerful voice, flamboyant stage presence, and four-octave vocal range, Mercury became one of the most celebrated and influential figures in rock music.

Mercury moved to England in the early 1960s, where he formed Queen with guitarist Brian May, drummer Roger Taylor, and bassist John Deacon in 1970. The band quickly rose to fame with hits like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Will Rock You,” “Somebody to Love,” and “We Are the Champions.” Mercury’s ability to blend rock, opera, and theatrics made him a unique and groundbreaking artist.

Despite his larger-than-life persona on stage, Mercury was known for being private about his personal life. He was diagnosed with AIDS in the late 1980s and publicly acknowledged his illness the day before his death on November 24, 1991.

Freddie Mercury’s legacy endures through his timeless music, and he remains an enduring symbol of artistic freedom and individuality.