Let's make this birthday one to remember.

81 years old (Born on November 02, 1944)

Happy birthday to the legendary Keith Emerson! From dazzling audiences with The Nice, to redefining progressive rock alongside Emerson, Lake & Palmer, your keyboard wizardry has always been music's greatest spectacle. Who else could make classical compositions rock so hard or spin a Hammond organ mid-performance without missing a beat?

Your timeless masterpieces like "Tarkus," "Lucky Man," and the unforgettable live performances have inspired generations of musicians—and air-keyboardists alike. Today we celebrate not just another year older but another year cooler—because let's face it: no one ever rocked Bach quite like you did. Keep rocking those celestial keys forever!