Mark Knopfler is a British (Scottish) musician born on August 12, 1949, in Glasgow, Scotland. He is best known as the lead guitarist, singer, and songwriter of the rock band Dire Straits, which he co-founded in 1977 with his younger brother David Knopfler. Knopfler played with Dire Straits until the band dissolved in 1995. Afterward, he pursued a successful solo career and has released multiple solo albums. He is highly regarded as a virtuoso fingerstyle guitarist and has earned multiple awards and honors throughout his career. "What It Is" is a song written and recorded by Mark Knopfler. It was released as the lead single from his second solo studio album, "Sailing to Philadelphia," on September 4, 2000. The song is roots rock in genre and includes lyrics that pay homage to the city of Edinburgh, Scotland. The track is notable for its extended version released in Mexico, with an additional verse.
In summary:
- Mark Knopfler: Renowned British (Scottish) musician, lead guitarist, and songwriter of Dire Straits.
- "What It Is": A song by Knopfler from his 2000 solo album "Sailing to Philadelphia," celebrating Scottish culture and history.
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