About
Philip James Bailey (born May 8, 1951) is an American singer, songwriter and percussionist, best known as an early member and one of the two lead singers (along with group founder Maurice White) of the band Earth, Wind & Fire. Noted for his four-octave vocal range and distinctive falsetto register, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000 and the Vocal Group Hall of Fame as a member of Earth, Wind & Fire. He was also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame for his work with the band. Earth, Wind, & Fire were awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 7080 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California.
Filmography
Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)2026 · Self
K-Pops!2026 · Earth, Wind & Fire
A Grammy Salute to Earth, Wind & Fire Live: The 21st Night of September2025 · Self
FireAid Benefit Concert2025 · Self (Earth, Wind & Fire)
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2020 Inductions2020 · Self
Phil Collins - Best Video Collection 1981-20042006 · self
Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire - Live at the Greek Theatre2005
Earth, Wind & Fire2004 · Himself
Earth Wind & Fire: Shining Stars2001 · self
Earth, Wind & Fire: Live at Montreux1997 · lead vocals, percussion
An Evening of Fourplay1993 · Himself - Vocals
Full Metal Jacket1987 · Parris Island Recruit and Vietnam Platoon
Earth, Wind & Fire in Concert1982 · Vocals
The Sensational Shocking Wonderful Wacky 70's1980 · Self - Earth, Wind & Fire
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band1978 · Earth, Wind & Fire
That's the Way of the World1975 · Band Member (uncredited)
Star!1968 · Singing Soldier (uncredited)