"I always knew looking back on my tears would bring me laughter, but I never knew looking back on my laughter would make me cry."

Cat Stevens (1948)
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About Cat Stevens

Cat Stevens, born Steven Demetre Georgiou in 1948, is a British singer-songwriter known for his folk-rock and pop music in the 1970s. His introspective and heartfelt lyrics often touched on themes of spirituality, peace, and social issues. Stevens achieved international fame with hits like 'Wild World' and 'Father and Son.' In the late 1970s, he converted to Islam and changed his name to Yusuf Islam, stepping away from his music career to focus on his faith and philanthropic endeavors.

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