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Steve Harley, the frontman for the band Cockney Rebel known for the hit song “Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me),” has passed away at the age of 73 after battling cancer. The British singer/songwriter had a successful career with multiple hit singles in the UK, and tributes from fellow musicians and fans have poured in on social media.
Steve Harley, the frontman of the 1970s rock band Cockney Rebel known for the hit single "Make Me Smile," has passed away at the age of 73. His family announced his death on Facebook, following his recent decision to undergo cancer treatment. The British singer's band achieved chart success with songs like "Sebastian" and "Make Me Smile," with the latter reaching the top of the UK charts in 1975.
Steve Harley, the frontman of the 1970s rock band Cockney Rebel known for the hit single "Make Me Smile," has passed away at the age of 73. His family announced his death on Facebook, following his recent decision to undergo cancer treatment. The band's success extended beyond the UK, with their single "Sebastian" reaching No. 1 in Belgium and the Netherlands.
Steve Harley, the frontman of the glam-rock band Cockney Rebel known for the hit "Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)," has passed away at the age of 73 after battling cancer. The song, with its barbed lyrics and catchy chorus, topped the U.K. singles chart and was widely covered and used in soundtracks and advertisements. Harley also sang the title song of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical “The Phantom of the Opera” alongside Sarah Brightman. Midge Ure, Ultravox frontman, paid tribute to Harley as a "true 'working musician'" and expressed condolences to his family. Harley is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren, and is remembered as a musician who will be greatly missed worldwide.
Steve Harley, the vocalist for the British glam rock band Cockney Rebel and known for their hit "Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)," has passed away at the age of 73. He had recently revealed that he was undergoing treatment for cancer and had announced his retirement from touring in 2024. The band's iconic song "Make Me Smile" was a Number One hit in the U.K. and has been covered by numerous artists. Harley's family confirmed his peaceful passing at home in Suffolk, England, surrounded by loved ones.