Gerry Rafferty

The Profile

Gerald “Gerry” Rafferty (1947–2011) was a Scottish singer-songwriter known for Baker Street and the album City to City, with earlier success in The Humblebums and Stealers Wheel (“Stuck in the Middle with You”).

Born in Paisley, Scotland; Scottish singer-songwriter and member of The Humblebums and Stealers Wheel; achieved global fame with the 1978 hit “Baker Street” featuring Raphael Ravenscroft on sax; notable albums include City to City and Night Owl; died on January 4, 2011.

Two affectionate reviews spotlight Rafferty’s City to City and the immortal Baker Street, praising Raphael Ravenscroft’s famous sax solo. They dwell on Rafferty’s Scottish roots, recurring melancholy, and travels between Glasgow and London. Stealers Wheel’s split and Joe Egan are recalled, along with album cuts like The Ark and Stealin’ Time. Rafferty’s death in 2011 is noted. Overall tone: warm, reflective admiration.