Philip David Charles Collins; LVO (born 30 January 1951 Chiswick; London) is a British singer-songwriter; drummer and actor best known as the lead singer and drummer of English progressive rock group Genesis and as a Grammy and Academy Award-winning solo artist. He has also starred in numerous films.Collins sang the lead vocals on eight American chart-toppers between 1984 and 1989; seven as a solo artist and one with Genesis. His singles; often dealing with lost love; ranged from the drum-heavy In the Air Tonight; to the dance pop of Sussudio; to the political statements of his most successful song; Another Day in Paradise. "I Wish It Would Rain Down" is a song by Phil Collins, from his 1989 album ...But Seriously, and it included the guitar playing of Eric Clapton. It was also a departure from the dance-pop music style of No Jacket Required. The song was a top ten hit in many countries, including Canada where it topped the chart.Philip David Charles Collins; LVO (born 30 January 1951 Chiswick; London) is a British singer-songwriter; drummer and actor best known as the lead singer and drummer of English progressive rock group Genesis and as a Grammy.