Ric Ocasek

Rock Singer

Birthday March 23, 1944

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace Baltimore, MD

DEATH DATE Sep 15, 2019 (75)

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About

Lead singer and guitarist for the rock band The Cars who also produced music and released solo work. The Cars are best known for their 1978 self-titled debut album, which sold over 6 million copies and features singles such as "Just What I Needed" and "Good Times Roll." 

Before Fame

He was formerly a part of the folk band Milkwood with Ben Orr.

Trivia

He had a cameo role in Hairspray, which was directed by John Waters.

Family Life

He had six children from his three marriages.

Associated With

His 1997 solo album Troublizing was produced by Billy Corgan.