Billy MacKenzie, precisely 5ft 7 (170.2 cm) tall, was a Scottish singer whose commanding vocal range and flamboyant stage presence made his stature a perfect canvas for his larger-than-life persona in the 1980s new wave scene.
As lead singer of The Associates, his 5ft 7 frame amplified the dramatic contrast between his ethereal falsetto and dynamic performances, captivating audiences on albums like Sulk.
- Collaborated with Yello on hits like 'The Rhythm Divine' and 'Of Course I'm Lying' (1987-1988), where his height suited the band's quirky, visual pop aesthetic.
- Contributed vocals to Skids' 'Fields' (1981) and Siobhan Fahey's 'Do I Scare You' (1996).
- Produced and appeared on tracks like Orbidöig's 'Nocturnal Operations' (1981) and Peach's Audiopeach (1998).
MacKenzie's exact 170.2 cm height underscored his ability to dominate the music world through sheer vocal charisma.