Yusuf / Cat Stevens

Yusuf / Cat Stevens

Keynote Speaker: British Singer-Songwriter Known for "Matthew and Son" & "The First Cut is the Deepest"; Humanitarian & Author of "Cat On The Road To Findout"

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Yusuf / Cat Stevens Biography

Yusuf / Cat Stevens is a British singer-songwriter whose influence on popular music spans decades. Rising to prominence in the late 1960s, Stevens established himself as a leading figure in the singer-songwriter movement with songs such as "Matthew and Son," "I Love My Dog," and "The First Cut Is the Deepest." His early success featured a blend of folk, rock, and pop, and his songwriting led to numerous covers by artists across genres, solidifying his legacy as a composer of enduring classics.

After a life-threatening illness in the late 1960s, Stevens underwent a period of reflection and transformation, both musically and personally. This period produced a series of acclaimed albums, including "Tea for the Tillerman," "Teaser and the Firecat," and "Catch Bull at Four," featuring songs like "Wild World," "Father and Son," "Peace Train," and "Morning Has Broken." His music achieved global resonance, earning triple platinum certifications and chart-topping success in the United Kingdom and the United States. Stevens' introspective lyrics and acoustic style distinguished him as an innovative artist, and his work has been recognized with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and multiple songwriting awards. In 2025, he released his memoir "Cat On The Road To Findout."

Stevens' career is also marked by his spiritual journey, which led him to embrace Islam and step away from mainstream music for two decades. During this time, he focused on humanitarian and educational initiatives, earning international awards for his efforts to promote peace. Returning to secular music in the 2000s, he has continued to perform and record under the name Yusuf / Cat Stevens.

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Yusuf / Cat Stevens Videos

Yusuf / Cat Stevens on reconciling his past and present | The InnerView
Yusuf / Cat Stevens On His Various Names - YouTube
Yusuf/Cat Stevens: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert - YouTube

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What topics does Yusuf / Cat Stevens speak about?

Yusuf / Cat Stevens is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, European Heritage, Non-Fiction Authors and Muslim.

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AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Yusuf / Cat Stevens for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Yusuf / Cat Stevens for your next private or corporate function.

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Yusuf / Cat Stevens is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music, European Heritage and Non-Fiction Authors. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Yusuf / Cat Stevens can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are PinkPantheress, Dua Lipa and Isaac Slade. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Yusuf / Cat Stevens for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 17/09/2025.

Yusuf / Cat Stevens Videos

Yusuf / Cat Stevens on reconciling his past and present | The InnerView
Yusuf / Cat Stevens On His Various Names - YouTube
Yusuf/Cat Stevens: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert - YouTube
  • How do I book Yusuf / Cat Stevens to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Yusuf / Cat Stevens for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Yusuf / Cat Stevens, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Yusuf / Cat Stevens or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Yusuf / Cat Stevens for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Yusuf / Cat Stevens, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Yusuf / Cat Stevens, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Yusuf / Cat Stevens speak about?

    Yusuf / Cat Stevens is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music, European Heritage, Non-Fiction Authors and Muslim.
  • Who is the agent for Yusuf / Cat Stevens?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Yusuf / Cat Stevens for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Yusuf / Cat Stevens for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Yusuf / Cat Stevens or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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