Introduction

Bob Seger is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist and pianist from Michigan. He is known for his distinctive voice and a long string of hits including Old Time Rock & Roll. Seger has sold over 75 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time.

Early Life

Robert Clark Seger was born in Dearborn, Michigan on May 6th, 1945. He was the son of a former General Motors plant worker and the youngest of three children. From the age of 8, Bob was already listening to rock ‘n’ roll music and playing piano by ear. At the age of 13 he wrote his first song titled ""My Street"".

Career

Seger's first band was called The Decibels. They released their first single in 1966 but unfortunately, it failed to chart. In 1968 he formed The Silver Bullet Band with whom he achieved commercial success. Some of their most popular singles include ""Old Time Rock & Roll"", ""Night Moves"" and ""Still the Same"".

Awards

Throughout his career, Bob Seger has received numerous awards including 11 platinum and 7 multi-platinum album certifications from the RIAA. He also won a Grammy Award for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance for his song ""Shakedown"" from the 1987 film Beverly Hills Cop II.

Legacy

Bob Seger is one of the most successful rock musicians ever, having sold over 75 million records worldwide. His influence on classic rock can be heard in many modern artists, from Bruce Springsteen to Kid Rock. He is one of the few classic rockers to have remained relevant and popular with both older and younger generations.