Lee Michaels

Lee Michaels
Michaels in 1968
Background information
Birth nameMichael Lee Olson
Also known asLee Eugene Michaels
Born (1945-11-24) November 24, 1945
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
GenresRock
Occupation(s)Musician, Restaurateur
Instruments
Years active1960s–1970s
Labels

Lee Eugene Michaels (born Michael Lee Olson, November 24, 1945) is an American rock musician who sings and accompanies himself on organ, piano, or guitar. He is best known for his 1971 Top 10 US hit single, "Do You Know What I Mean". In 1988 he founded the Marina del Rey, California-based restaurant chain Killer Shrimp which he and his family continue to operate to this day.