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George Michael: A Life

by James Gavin

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Paperback · 528 pages Harry N. Abrams · 2023

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George Michael

The Definitive Portrait of a Pop Revolutionary

Before the superstars of today claimed their agency, George Michael fought for his.

He was the golden boy of the MTV era who became a soulful rebel. From the sun-drenched pop of Wham! to the sophisticated, chart-topping heights of Faith and Older, George Michael didn't just dominate the airwaves—he redefined what it meant to be a global celebrity.

This intimate biography from acclaimed music biographer James Gavin explores the man behind the aviators, tracing his journey from a shy North London boy named Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou to a boundary-breaking icon who sold over 100 million albums.

Why this story matters now:

  • The Price of Perfection: A deep dive into his legendary perfectionism and the high-stakes legal battle with Sony that changed the music industry forever.
  • Identity & Integrity: An honest look at his struggle with fame, his courageous journey toward living authentically as a gay man, and his quiet, unparalleled generosity.
  • The Musical Legacy: Fresh insights into his songwriting process—how he blended funk, soul, and pop to create a timeless soundscape.


Through extensive research and interviews, George Michael: A Life captures the dualities of a man who was both a flamboyant showman and a deeply private soul. It is a celebratory, poignant, and essential read for anyone who has ever found solace in his lyrics.

"I want to leave something as a writer…that will survive." —George Michael

“Gavin’s engrossing biography of the singer takes the measure of a gifted, tragic, and infuriating man” (New York Times Book Review).



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Publisher
Harry N. Abrams
Author
James Gavin
Format
Paperback
Published
Oct 31, 2023
ISBN-13
9781419768354
ISBN-10
1419768352
Pages
528
Carton quantity
20 copies
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