Musicians born on December 5

Take a focused look at the musicians born on December 5. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1932 Little Richard

  Little Richard was an iconic American singer, songwriter, and pianist, often regarded as one of the founding fathers of rock and roll. With his electrifying performances, flamboyant persona, and genre-defining sound, he played a pivotal role in shaping the music scene of the 1950s and influenced countless artists across multiple generations. [bio]

• 1946 Andy Kim

  Andy Kim is a Canadian pop rock singer and songwriter, best known for his hits in the 1960s and 1970s, including 'Rock Me Gently' and co-writing 'Sugar, Sugar' for The Archies. [bio]