Roger Taylor

Date of Birth: July 26, 1949

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Roger Taylor, born Roger Meddows Taylor, is an acclaimed English musician, best known as the drummer for the legendary rock band Queen. Born on July 26, 1949, in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, England, Taylor demonstrated an early interest in music, initially learning to play the guitar before switching to drums. He met Brian May and Freddie Mercury in the early 1970s, and together they formed Queen, a band that would go on to become one of the most iconic rock bands in history. Taylor’s drumming style is characterized by its power and precision, and his contributions to Queen’s music extend beyond percussion. He is also a talented songwriter and vocalist, having written several of Queen’s hits including “Radio Ga Ga,” “A Kind of Magic,” and “These Are the Days of Our Lives.” Beyond Queen, Taylor has pursued a successful solo career, releasing multiple albums and collaborating with various artists. He has also been involved in several charitable endeavors and is known for his outspoken views on various social and political issues.

5 Interesting Facts about Roger Taylor

1. Roger Taylor was a member of the band Smile, which later evolved into Queen.

2. He was the first member of Queen to launch a solo career, releasing his debut solo album “Fun in Space” in 1981.

3. Taylor is known for his falsetto backing vocals, which have become a distinctive element of Queen’s sound.

4. He has a degree in Biology from the London Hospital Medical College.

5. Taylor was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Queen in 2001.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Roger Taylor

1. “I think people should be free to engage in any sexual practices they choose; they should draw the line at goats, though.”

2. “I like to be surrounded by splendid things.”

3. “I have a lot of respect for people who actually make films.”

4. “The important thing is to be yourself and not try to be anybody else.”

5. “There was always that feeling we had to be better than anybody else. We had to be different and we had to be better.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Roger Taylor’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $200 million.

Children

Roger Taylor has five children: Rufus Tiger Taylor, who is also a drummer and has played with The Darkness and Queen + Adam Lambert; Felix Luther Taylor; Rory Eleanor Taylor; Tiger Lily Taylor; and Lola Daisy May Taylor.