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Yusuf/Cat Stevens: Tiny Desk Concert

December 9, 2014
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Set list
  • I Was Raised In Babylon
  • The First Cut Is the Deepest
  • Doors
  • Father and Son
About

Yusuf Islam, formerly known as Cat Stevens, recently performed at a Tiny Desk concert, showcasing his timeless music that has resonated with audiences for decades. Known for songs like "Father and Son," "Wild World," and "Morning Has Broken," Yusuf's career spans multiple genres including folk, rock, pop, and Islamic music. He has sold over 100 million records and been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Yusuf's journey in music took a significant turn when he converted to Islam in the late 1970s and temporarily left his musical career to focus on philanthropic efforts within the Muslim community. However, he returned to pop music in 2006 with the release of "An Other Cup" and has continued to create new music, including the album "Tea for the Tillerman 2" released in 2020 and "King of a Land" in June 2023.

With a storied career marked by hits, awards for promoting peace, and charitable contributions, Yusuf Islam's Tiny Desk concert provided an intimate setting for fans to experience the musical genius behind songs that have stood the test of time.

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