Iggy Pop facts for kids
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Iggy Pop
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Iggy Pop on October 25, 1977, at the State Theatre in Minneapolis
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| Birth name | James Newell Osterberg Jr. |
| Born | April 21, 1947 Muskegon, Michigan, U.S. |
| Origin | Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S |
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| Years active | 1963–present |
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James Newell Osterberg Jr. (born April 21, 1947), known as Iggy Pop, is an American singer, musician, songwriter, and actor. He is often called the "Godfather of Punk" because of his big influence on punk rock music. He was the lead singer and songwriter for the band The Stooges. The Stooges started in 1967 and have reunited many times since then.
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Early Life and Music Start
James Newell Osterberg Jr. was born in Muskegon, Michigan, on April 21, 1947. His parents were Louella and James Newell Osterberg Sr. His father was a high school English teacher. His family lived in a trailer park in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
James started playing drums when he was in fifth grade. His parents bought him a drum set. He later said that his parents supported his interest in music a lot. They even gave him their bedroom so he would have enough space for his drum kit.
Music Career
James began his music journey as a drummer in high school bands in Ann Arbor, Michigan. One of these bands was The Iguanas. He then joined the Prime Movers when he was 18. The Prime Movers gave him the nickname "Iggy" because he had played in The Iguanas.
He later left the University of Michigan and moved to Chicago. There, he learned more about blues music and played drums in blues clubs. He was inspired by Chicago blues and bands like The Sonics and MC5. This led him to form The Stooges.
The Stooges included Iggy Pop on vocals, Ron Asheton on guitar, Ron's brother Scott on drums, and Dave Alexander on bass. They played their first show at a Halloween party in Detroit. The band members nicknamed him "Pop" because he looked like a local person.
The Stooges played a raw and energetic style of rock and roll. They were known for their wild performances. Iggy Pop became famous for his unpredictable stage actions. He was one of the first performers to do a stage-dive, where he would jump into the crowd.
Iggy Pop worked closely with musician David Bowie for many years. This partnership started with The Stooges' album Raw Power in 1973. Iggy Pop began his solo career in 1977. He is known for his unique voice and poetic song lyrics.
His music style has changed over the years. It includes garage rock, punk rock, hard rock, jazz, and electronic music. Many of his songs are well-known. These include "Search and Destroy" and "I Wanna Be Your Dog" with The Stooges. His solo hits include "Lust for Life", "The Passenger", and "Real Wild Child (Wild One)".
In 1990, he had his only Top 40 hit in the U.S. This was "Candy", a duet with B-52's singer Kate Pierson. His song "China Girl" became very popular when David Bowie re-recorded it. Bowie released it as a single from his successful album, Let's Dance (1983).
Iggy Pop has influenced many musicians in different music styles. The Stooges' album Raw Power inspired bands like Sex Pistols and Nirvana. His solo album The Idiot influenced post-punk and industrial artists.
In 2010, The Stooges were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In 2020, Iggy Pop received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. This award honors musicians who have made lasting contributions to music. His nineteenth studio album, Every Loser, was released in 2023.
Film, Television, and Radio Career
Besides music, Iggy Pop has also acted in many movies. Some of his film roles include The Color of Money, The Crow: City of Angels, Cry-Baby, and Dead Man. He worked with actor Johnny Depp on several films. They appeared together in Cry-Baby and Dead Man. Iggy Pop also provided music for Depp's film The Brave.
He has appeared in television shows like Tales from the Crypt and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. In 2013, he voiced The Caterpillar in the TV series Once Upon a Time in Wonderland.
Iggy Pop also hosts a weekly radio show and podcast. It is called "Iggy Confidential" and is on BBC 6 Music.
Personal Life
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Iggy Pop lives near Miami, Florida. He has been married three times. He married Nina Alu in 2008. He has one son, Eric Benson, born in 1970.
Discography
- The Idiot (1977)
- Lust for Life (1977)
- New Values (1979)
- Blah-Blah-Blah (1986)
- Brick by Brick (1990)
- American Caesar (1993)
- Skull Ring (2003)
- Post Pop Depression (2016)
- Free (2019)
- Every Loser (2023)
Awards and Honors
Iggy Pop has received several awards for his music and influence.
- In 1977, he won "Comeback of the Year" at the Creem Magazine Awards.
- In 1980, he won "Punk of the Year" at the Creem Magazine Awards.
- In 2001, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame at the Kerrang! Awards.
- In 2009, he received the "Living Legend" award from Classic Rock Roll of Honour Awards.
- In 2014 and 2019, he won the "Icon Award" and "Lifetime Achievement Award" from GQ Men of the Year Awards.
- In 2016, he won "Most Compelling Living Subject of a Documentary" for the film Gimme Danger.
- In 2018, his song "Bells & Circles" with Underworld won "Best Video" at the Q Awards.
- In 2020, he received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.
In 2017, the French government made him a Commander of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres. This is a high honor for contributions to the arts. A photo of Iggy Pop performing in 2019 won the Culture Category of the Sony World Photography Awards.
See also
In Spanish: Iggy Pop para niños
