Steven Paul "Elliott" Smith was an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who rose to prominence in the 1990s. Known for his distinctive "whisper-like" vocal delivery and intricate acoustic guitar work, he created a body of work marked by melancholic and introspective themes. Smith's music often dealt with subjects like addiction, depression, and alienation, earning him a devoted cult following. His mainstream breakthrough came with his song "Miss Misery" for the film Good Will Hunting, which earned him an Academy Award nomination.