Sly Stone, born Sylvester Stewart on March 15, 1943, is an American musician and songwriter. He is best known as the frontman of the influential funk band Sly and the Family Stone, which blended rock, funk, and soul music. The band's hits, including "Dance to the Music" and "Everyday People," helped shape the sound of the late 1960s and early 1970s. Sly's innovative style and social messages have made him a significant figure in music history.