Enrico Caruso was an Italian operatic tenor who sang in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is widely considered to be one of the greatest singers of all time, and his recordings are still popular today. He was known for his powerful and emotive voice, and he was the first major recording artist to become a global celebrity. He was also the first singer to make a commercial recording of an opera aria. Caruso's career spanned over 40 years, and he performed in many of the world's most prestigious opera houses.