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Cat Stevens is a British singer-songwriter born Steven Demetre Georgiou in London in 1948, who released acclaimed albums Tea for the Tillerman (1970) and Teaser and the Firecat (1971) before converting to Islam in 1977 and taking the name Yusuf Islam.

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Cat Stevens ranks #119 of 225 in the Singer ranking, behind Alicia Keys, ahead of Kris Kristofferson.

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Why did Cat Stevens change his name to Yusuf Islam?

Cat Stevens converted to Islam in 1977 and adopted the name Yusuf Islam. He largely stepped away from the music industry for many years following his conversion before gradually returning to secular music in the 2000s.

What are Cat Stevens' most famous albums?

Cat Stevens' most acclaimed albums include "Tea for the Tillerman" (1970) and "Teaser and the Firecat" (1971). Both albums feature some of his best-known songs, such as "Wild World," "Father and Son," and "Peace Train."

What is Cat Stevens' real birth name?

Cat Stevens was born Steven Demetre Georgiou in London in 1948 to a Greek Cypriot father and Swedish mother. He chose the stage name "Cat Stevens" early in his music career.

When did Cat Stevens convert to Islam?

Cat Stevens converted to Islam in 1977, near the height of his commercial success. He auctioned off his guitars and largely withdrew from popular music for over two decades before returning to performing.