Billy Ocean is a Trinidadian-British recording artist who has made a significant impact on the music world with his soulful voice and memorable hits. Born Leslie Sebastian Charles on January 21, 1950, in Fyzabad, Trinidad and Tobago, Ocean moved to Romford, London, England, when he was ten years old. He began his musical career in the local London club scene during the early 1970s and gained prominence in the late 1970s with hits like "Love Really Hurts Without You" and "Red Light Spells Danger."

The pinnacle of Billy Ocean's career came in the 1980s when he churned out an array of chart-topping singles and albums that solidified his status as an R&B and pop heavyweight. His smooth vocal style and catchy tunes resulted in a string of hits, including classics such as "Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run)", which won him a Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance, "Suddenly", "When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Get Going", and "Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car". In recent years, Ocean has continued to delight fans with releases like "One World" and the acoustic rendition of "We Gotta Find Love", showcasing his enduring talent and passion for music. The expanded editions of his classic albums, such as "Love Zone" and "Suddenly", have allowed a new generation to explore the depth and breadth of his musical legacy. Despite the changing tides of the music industry, Billy Ocean's timeless sound remains a testament to his artistry and influence in the world of music.

Genres

Disco

Mellow Gold

New Romantic

New Wave Pop

Soft Rock

Yacht Rock

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Latest Release

Lovely Day (feat. YolanDa Brown & Ruti)

Billy Ocean

Single - Released January 26, 2021