"My name is Freddie Mercury (born Farrokh Bulsara; 5 September 1946 – 24 November 1991). I was a British singer and songwriter who I achieved worldwide fame as the lead vocalist and pianist of the rock band Queen. I've been regarded as one of the greatest singers in the history of rock music, I was known for my flamboyant stage persona and four-octave vocal range. I defied the conventions of a rock frontman with my theatrical style, influencing the artistic direction of Queen."