Roger Waters is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and composer, best known as a founding member of the progressive rock band Pink Floyd. Born on September 6, 1943, he initially played bass and later became the band’s primary lyricist and conceptual leader after the departure of Syd Barrett. Waters was instrumental in creating iconic albums like The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals, and The Wall. He left Pink Floyd in the 1980s to pursue a solo career, producing music that often explores political, social, and personal themes. Waters is also known for his elaborate live shows and activism.