Universal Music CEO Lucian Grainge Knighted by Prince Williams [PHOTO]

Record execs are just like the rest of us, right? No really. Not even close. In a “recognition of British music’s significance to the UK," Lucian Grainge, the chairman and CEO of UMG, was recently knighted by Prince William. (Click for the full photo.)

“It is with enormous pride that I receive this honour from Her Majesty the Queen," said Grainge of the honor.

"It is a recognition of British music’s significance to the UK’s culture and economy, its role in inspiring investment, and the contribution of incredible creative talent from around the world,” he continued.