Steve Forbert is a singer and songwriter from Meridian, Mississippi. He is best known for his single "Romeo's Tune", which reached #11 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1980, and was included on his 1979 sophomore album, Jackrabbit Slim. Forbert began his career in the late 1970s and has since released more than 17 albums. His style has been described as a mix of folk, rock, country, and Delta blues. Forbert has also been credited with helping to pioneer Americana music. Throughout his career, Forbert has received much critical acclaim and has won several awards, such as a nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal in 1981 from the American Music Awards. He continues to tour regularly and release albums, most recently Down Here Below in 2018.