Step 1 : Introduction to the question "Which musician has NOT been knighted by Queen Elizabeth?"
David Bowie challenged social conventions when he turned down turned down a knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II. The Ziggy Stardust singer rejected a knighthood in recognition of “having a major contribution” to British life. While most would be flattered with the gesture, he refused it, explaining: “I seriously don’t know what it’s for.” While musical pals Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Elton John and Sir Mick Jagger are among the few elite rock stars who have accepted the award, Bowie declined, saying: “I would never have any intention of accepting anything like that. It’s not what I spent my life working for.”