Billie Joe Armstrong

Green Day Frontman and Punk Rock Icon

Billie Joe Armstrong is best known as the lead vocalist, primary songwriter, and guitarist of the American punk rock band Green Day, which he co-founded with bassist Mike Dirnt in 1987. The band achieved breakout success with their 1994 album "Dookie," which sold over 10 million copies in the U.S. alone. Green Day's punk rock ethos, catchy melodies, and Armstrong's distinctive voice and lyrical style have been influential in the music industry. The band continued to enjoy success with albums like "American Idiot" (2004), which provided a critical commentary on the American socio-political landscape of the time and won a Grammy for Best Rock Album.