Paul Kelly is an Australian musician who was born in Adelaide in 1955. He began his music career in the late 1970s as a member of the band The Dots before forming his own band, Paul Kelly and the Coloured Girls, in the 1980s. Kelly has released over 20 albums and has won multiple awards, including seven ARIA awards. He is known for his storytelling lyrics and ability to capture Australian life and culture in his music. In addition to music, Kelly is also a successful author, releasing a memoir and poetry book throughout his career. He has collaborated with many other Australian artists throughout the years, including Kasey Chambers and Archie Roach. Kelly remains one of the most respected and beloved figures in Australian music.
