Kenny G, born Kenneth Bruce Gorelick, is an American smooth jazz saxophonist, composer, and producer. He rose to international fame in the mid-1980s with his signature melodic sound, becoming one of the best-selling artists of all time. His 1992 album, Breathless, is the best-selling instrumental album ever, with over 15 million copies sold in the United States alone. Despite critical debate, his immense commercial success has made him a household name and a prominent figure in contemporary instrumental music.