Billy Bragg

Born: 1957-12-20

Birthplace: Barking, London, England, UK

Biography

Stephen William Bragg is an English singer-songwriter and left-wing activist. His music blends elements of folk music, punk rock and protest songs, with lyrics that mostly span political or romantic themes. His music is heavily centred on bringing about change and involving the younger generation in activist causes.

Known For

Safe
Call Me Lucky
Urban Hymn
Long Hot Summers: The Story of The Style Council
The Internationale
Walking and Talking
Kirsty MacColl at the BBC
Let's rock-n-roll
Linger
Where Are You, Jay Bennett?

Top Movie Credits

Safe Original Music Composer
Call Me Lucky Self
Urban Hymn Himself
Long Hot Summers: The Story of The Style Council Self
The Internationale Self
Walking and Talking Music
Kirsty MacColl at the BBC Self (archive footage)
Let's rock-n-roll Self
Linger Music
Where Are You, Jay Bennett? Self