Musicians born on February 17

Take a focused look at the musicians born on February 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1940 Vicente Fernández

  Vicente Fernández was a legendary Mexican singer, actor, and film producer, often referred to as 'El Rey de la Música Ranchera' (The King of Ranchera Music). His powerful voice and iconic performances made him one of the most recognizable and influential figures in Latin American music. [bio]

• 1940 Gene Pitney

  Gene Pitney was an American singer-songwriter and musician known for his distinctive voice and a string of pop hits during the 1960s. He gained fame for solo hits like 'Town Without Pity', 'Twenty Four Hours from Tulsa', and also as a successful songwriter for other artists. [bio]

• 1950 Rickey Medlocke

  Rickey Medlocke is an American musician best known as a guitarist and vocalist for the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, as well as the founder and lead vocalist/guitarist of the band Blackfoot. His contributions to the rock and Southern rock genres have made him a notable figure in the music industry. [bio]