Udo Lindenberg

Rock Singer

Birthday May 17, 1946

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Gronau, Germany

Age 78 years old

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About

Prolific German musician known for singles like Sonderzug nach Pankow and for his 'Germanizations' of songs by groups like The Rolling Stones. He has collaborated with acclaimed artists such as David Bowie and Eric Burdon.

Before Fame

He formed his first band, Free Orbit, in 1969.

Trivia

His MTV Unplugged album sold more than 200,000 copies in two weeks and spawned the hit single Cello which peaked at the number 4 spot on the charts.

Family Life

His brother is Erich Lindenberg.

Associated With

He has performed a German version of the song Candle in the Wind by Elton John.