10 Facts about Ringo Starr

Facts about Ringo Starr talk about the famous English drummer who became the member of The Beatles. He was born on July 7th, 1940 as Richard Starkey. He chooses Ringo Starr as the professional stage name. People also know him as an actor, songwriter and singer. He lent his vocals for a number of songs such as “Act Naturally”, “Good Night”, and “Yellow Submarine”. Get other interesting facts about Ringo Starr below:

Facts about Ringo Starr 1: as a songwriter

As I have stated before, Ringo Starr is also a songwriter. “Octopus’s Garden” and “Don’t Pass Me By” were written by Starr. “What Goes On” and “Flying” were co-written by Starr.

Facts about Ringo Starr 2: the early life

Before he decided to become a musician, Starr worked for Britain Railway for a brief period. Then he became an apprentice at Liverpool equipment manufacturer.

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Facts about Ringo Starr 3: UK skiffle craze

UK skiffle craze captured his attention. Starr was impressed by the genre. The Eddie Clayton Skiffle Group was the first band co-founded by Starr in 1957. The band secured a number of local bookings before the American rock and roll was in the air in 1958.

Facts about Ringo Starr 4: the Beatles

In 1960, the Beatles was created. Starr was not a part of the band for he was in Rory Storm and the Hurricanes, a group from Liverpool.

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Facts about Ringo Starr 5: joining the Beatles

In August 1862, Starr decided to become a drummer for the Beatles after leaving the Hurricanes due to the moderate success. Pete Best was replaced by him.

Facts about Ringo Starr 6: films

In many films and appearances of the Beatles, Starr often had a prominent role.

Facts about Ringo Starr 7: the breakup

In 1970, The Beatles broke up. It made him become a solo artist. He had released a number of commercial singles in United States such as “You’re Sixteen”, “Photograph”, and “It Don’t Come Easy”.

Facts about Ringo Starr 8: “Back Off Boogaloo”

“Back Off Boogaloo” is considered as the most successful single of Starr released in United Kingdom in 1972. It peaked at number 2 in the music chart.