He was born with the boring name of Arnold Dorsey to a British dad and Indian mom in 1936, and today the Hump man commands the respect and admiration of millions.

His Father wanted him to be an engineer

Born in Madras India, moved to Leicester, England at a young age

Used to appear on a weekly television show as Gerry Dorsey in his early career

Jimi Hendrix played for him once on stage behind a curtain when Eng's guitar player didn't show up for a gig. They got along great

Has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and has won a Grammy

Has trained in martial arts

Made friends with Elvis backstage at a concert. Elvis gave him a big hug, and then grew his sideburns after meeting him

Has sold over 180 million records