Jimmy Somerville date of birth:
June 22, 1961
How old is Jimmy Somerville?
65
Where was Jimmy Somerville born?
Glasgow, Scotland
How tall is Jimmy Somerville?
5' 2" (157 cm)
What is Jimmy Somerville nationality?
Scottish
What is Jimmy Somerville's occupation?
Singer, songwriter
What genre is Jimmy Somerville's work?
Pop, synthpop, new wave, dance, Hi-NRG
What instruments does Jimmy Somerville play?
Vocals, guitar, bass, keyboards, synthesizers
Short Biography
James William "Jimmy" Somerville (born 22 June 1961) is a Scottish pop singer and songwriter. He sang in the 1980s with the pop groups Bronski Beat and The Communards, and has also had a solo career. He is known in particular for his falsetto singing voice and for having been openly gay during a period of increasing socio-political debate and conflict in the UK regarding lesbian and gay rights.