Robert Smith

They're like buses these amazo-people...

Today it's the only day of the year when it's socially appropriate to say, "Happy Birthday, Mr. Robert Smith!"
Who?

Robert Smith, a.k.a Robert James Smith

When?

He was born on the 21st April 1959 - making him 49 years old today! He's been in The Cure since 1976. That's a long time.

Where?

Robert Smith was born in Blackpool, as you can tell from all the make-up he wears. At any given moment he's probably either: frolicing about on a cliff-edge, playing with a comb in a cupboard or is nicely tucked up in bed with a cup of tea and a spider.

What?

He is the lead singer of The Cure - probably the best band to be given the 'indie' label - and one of the best bands ever. A quote on wikipedia describes him as "pop culture's unkempt post child of doom and gloom", but I think he's a rather upbeat chappy, actually. His trademar black eyeliner, red lipstick and ruddy huge barnet make him easily distinguished from all the other 'alternative rock' frontmen.

His lyrics are just as beautiful as he is. How can someone who wrote 'Lovecats' be a poster child of doom and gloom?! He's written, in my opinion, 3 of the best lovesongs ever: 'Just Like Heaven', 'Friday I'm in Love' and 'Lovesong' are all beautiful.

Basically, he's a jolly nice chap who looks like a more cuddly version of Edward Scissorhands, but more importantly, he's an incredibly talented musician.

He might not like Morrissey, but then most people don't, so I'll let him off.