Musicians born on October 22

Take a focused look at the musicians born on October 22. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1921 Georges Brassens

  Georges Brassens was a renowned French singer-songwriter, poet, and musician, celebrated for his witty, poetic, and often provocative lyrics. He is widely acknowledged as one of the most influential figures in French chanson, having written and performed songs that remain staples of French culture and music. [bio]

• 1968 Shaggy (musician)

  Shaggy is a Jamaican-American reggae and dancehall musician famous for his international hit songs 'It Wasn't Me' and 'Angel'.