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Elvis Costello is a highly influential and prolific British singer-songwriter, composer, and musician, renowned for his sharp lyrics, melodic ingenuity, and stylistic versatility spanning rock, new wave, punk, country, classical, and jazz.Emerging from the London pub rock scene in 1977, Costello quickly became a defining figure of the New Wave era with his band The Attractions. His career is marked by constant reinvention, prolific output across numerous genres, critical acclaim, and collaborations with artists ranging from Paul McCartney and Burt Bacharach to The Roots and Anne Sofie von Otter. He is celebrated for his biting wit, lyrical sophistication, and musical adventurousness.

• In 1979, a drunken argument in a Columbus, Ohio bar led Costello to make racist remarks about Ray Charles and James Brown, causing a major scandal. He issued a public apology and the incident remains a significant regret.
• He spontaneously married Pogues bassist Cait O'Riordan on stage during a 1986 Costello concert, officiated by an actor dressed as a priest. The marriage ended in divorce in 2002.
• Costello underwent successful surgery for an aggressive form of prostate cancer in 2003, recovering fully.
• Known for his prolific nature, he has released over 30 studio albums under his own name and numerous collaborative projects, constantly exploring new musical territories.
• He has won multiple Grammy Awards, including Best Pop Collaboration (with Burt Bacharach) and Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album.