British Singer-Songwriter Known for "Matthew and Son" & "The First Cut is the Deepest"; Humanitarian & Author of "Cat On The Road To Findout"

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Yusuf / Cat Stevens Biography

Yusuf / Cat Stevens is a British singer-songwriter whose influence on popular music spans decades. Rising to prominence in the late 1960s, Stevens established himself as a leading figure in the singer-songwriter movement with songs such as "Matthew and Son," "I Love My Dog," and "The First Cut Is the Deepest." His early success featured a blend of folk, rock, and pop, and his songwriting led to numerous covers by artists across genres, solidifying his legacy as a composer of enduring classics.

After a life-threatening illness in the late 1960s, Stevens underwent a period of reflection and transformation, both musically and personally. This period produced a series of acclaimed albums, including "Tea for the Tillerman," "Teaser and the Firecat," and "Catch Bull at Four," featuring songs like "Wild World," "Father and Son," "Peace Train," and "Morning Has Broken." His music achieved global resonance, earning triple platinum certifications and chart-topping success in the United Kingdom and the United States. Stevens' introspective lyrics and acoustic style distinguished him as an innovative artist, and his work has been recognized with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and multiple songwriting awards. In 2025, he released his memoir "Cat On The Road To Findout."

Stevens' career is also marked by his spiritual journey, which led him to embrace Islam and step away from mainstream music for two decades. During this time, he focused on humanitarian and educational initiatives, earning international awards for his efforts to promote peace. Returning to secular music in the 2000s, he has continued to perform and record under the name Yusuf / Cat Stevens.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/30/2025.

Yusuf / Cat Stevens Videos

Yusuf / Cat Stevens on reconciling his past and present | The InnerView

Yusuf / Cat Stevens on reconciling his past and present | The InnerView

In a deeply personal interview Yusuf / Cat Stevens speaks to The InnerView about his life in the spotlight and his evolution as an artist and Muslim....

Yusuf / Cat Stevens On His Various Names - YouTube

Yusuf / Cat Stevens On His Various Names - YouTube

Yusuf / Cat Stevens discusses why he decided to go with both of his names on his Decca Records album, "The Laughing Apple." BUILD is a live interview...

Yusuf/Cat Stevens: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert - YouTube

Yusuf/Cat Stevens: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert - YouTube

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