Keith Moon, the explosive drummer of The Who, stood at exactly 5ft 8 (172.7 cm), a height that amplified his larger-than-life presence behind the kit. Despite his compact frame, Moon's thunderous playing style defined rock drumming, powering hits like "Won't Get Fooled Again" and earning him the nickname "Moon the Loon" for his wild antics.
- Key member of The Who, revolutionizing percussion with his height-fueled agility and power.
- Released solo album Two Sides of the Moon (1975).
- Subject of acclaimed biography Dear Boy: The Life of Keith Moon by Tony Fletcher (1998), noting his precise 5ft 8 stature.