Bryan Ferry is an English singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and main songwriter of the influential band Roxy Music, as well as for his successful solo career. Born in 1945 to a working-class family, he studied fine art before turning to music. Ferry formed Roxy Music in London in 1970, quickly gaining international recognition with their experimental sound and visually striking style. The band's first albums, including their self-titled debut and For Your Pleasure, established Ferry as a major cultural figure in the 1970s. Alongside Roxy Music, Ferry launched a distinctive solo career with albums like These Foolish Things, which helped popularize the modern covers album. After Roxy Music's global success with albums like Avalon, he focused on his solo work, achieving major hits in the UK with Boys and Girls, Bête Noire, and Taxi. Known for both his original songwriting and unique interpretations of classic songs, Ferry’s career spans decades and genres. He has sold over 30 million albums worldwide and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019 as a member of Roxy Music.