About
Steve Forbert (born Samuel Stephen Forbert, December 13, 1954 in Meridian, Mississippi) is an American singer-songwriter. He is best known for his song "Romeo's Tune", which reached No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1980. Forbert's tribute to Jimmie Rodgers, Any Old Time, was nominated for a 2004 Grammy in the best traditional folk category. In 2006, he was inducted into the Mississippi Music Hall of Fame. Forbert signed a recording contract with Nemperor in 1978, and they released his debut album, Alive on Arrival, that same year. Read more on Last.fm
Genres
- folk
- roots rock
- singer-songwriter
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was Steve Forbert's biggest hit?
- Steve Forbert's biggest hit is "Romeo's Tune."
- What happened to Steve Forbert?
- Steve Forbert's career has been marked by both significant success and personal challenges. After his breakout hit "Romeo's Tune"
- Is Steve Forbert still touring?
- Yes, Steve Forbert is still actively touring. Despite the ups and downs of his career, Forbert has maintained a consistent presence in the live music scene, performing regularly across the United States and internationally. He continues to delight fans with intimate concerts that feature both his classic hits like "Romeo's Tune"
- Is Romeo's tune a one-hit wonder?
- "Romeo's Tune"
- Who wrote Romeo's tune?
- "Romeo's Tune"