As the 'Kiss From a Rose' singer turns 51 today, we list out some interesting facts about this musician.

>> He was raised by a foster family, the Scoolings, in Romford, Essex for the first four years of his life.

>> He has slammed rappers for portraying women negatively in both their videos and lyrics.

>> His song, ‘When A Man is Wrong’ is based on his break-up with model Tyra Banks.

>> His face scars are due to Lupus, a medical condition.