Tom Cochrane
Tom Cochrane Tom Cochrane (left), Ottawa 2003 Background information Born (1953-05-14) May 14, 1953 (age 61) Origin Lynn Lake, Manitoba, Canada Genres Rock, heartland rock Occupation(s) Singer-songwriter, musician Instruments Vocals, guitar, harmonica Years active 1973–present Labels Capitol, Universal Music Associated acts Red Rider Website tomcochrane.com Thomas William "Tom" Cochrane, OC (born May 14, 1953) is a Canadian musician, best known for his hit songs "Life Is a Highway," "Lunatic Fringe," "Human Race," and "I Wish You Well". Cochrane fronted the Canadian rock band Red Rider and has won seven Juno Awards. He is a member of the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, an Officer of the Order of Canada, has an Honorary Doctorate from Brandon University and is an Honorary Colonel in the Royal Canadian Air Force. In September 2009, he was inducted onto the Canadian Walk of Fame.