John Otway

Known for

Acting

Born

October 2, 1952 (age 73)

Birthplace

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England, UK

Biography

John Otway (born 2 October 1952) is an English singer-songwriter who has built a cult audience through extensive touring.

Otway was born in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. From the age of nine all he ever wanted to be was a pop star.

Although his first single, "Gypsy"/"Misty Mountain" was released in 1972, Otway gained wider recognition riding the wave of punk rock and his unique performance on The Old Grey Whistle Test. His sixth single, the half-spoken love song "Really Free" reached number 27 in the UK singles chart in 1977. It would be his greatest success for some time. The song earned him a five-album deal with Polydor Records, who viewed him as a punk rather than merely an eccentric. Hi...