Rock Stars Who Used To Be Teachers

Not every rock star started their career AS a rock star. They had other jobs before they were famous. Which ones taught school classes first?

Here are a few.

Queen guitarist Brian May: In his native Britain, Brian taught math. Well educated, he has a Ph.D. in astrophysics.

Styx founder and former lead singer Dennis DeYoung: Dennis taught music with his degree in education.

Police lead singer Sting: He has said, however, that he was not a good teacher.

Sheryl Crow: Kellison Elementary School music teacher in Mississippi.

Dire Straits guitarist and singer Mark Knopfler: Taught English at Loughton College in England (Now called Epping Forest College)

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