Questlove, born Ahmir Khalib Thompson on January 20, 1971, is an American musician, DJ, and music producer. He is best known as the drummer and co-founder of the Grammy Award-winning band The Roots, which blends hip-hop with various musical genres. Questlove is also recognized for his work as a music director on the late-night television show The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. In addition to his musical career, Questlove is an author and has written several books on music and culture. He is known for his deep knowledge of music history and has contributed to various projects, including film soundtracks and documentaries. His influence extends beyond music, making him a prominent figure in contemporary culture.