John Prine, beloved American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, passed away on April 7, 2020 at the age of 73. John Prine was born in rural Maywood, Illinois, on October 10, 1946 to William and Verna Prine. He began playing the guitar at an early age and was later inspired by early folk performers, especially Doc Watson and Hank Williams Sr. After serving in the military and working for several years as a mail carrier in his hometown, Prine decided to pursue music as a career. In 1971, Prine released his self-titled debut album, "John Prine," which was critically acclaimed and spawned two hit singles, Hello in There, and Sam Stone. Prine was an integral part of the folk and country scenes of the 1970s, touring with such acclaimed acts as Steve Goodman, Bonnie Raitt and Emmylou Harris. He continued to write and record music throughout his lifetime and released more than 20 albums, including the Grammy-winning "The Tree of Forgiveness" in 2018. He wrote a number of singles that have become classic folk songs, including “Paradise,” “Angel from Montgomery,” “Illegal Smile,” “Hello in There,” and “In Spite of Ourselves.” Prine is heralded by many, from presidents to serving U.S. soldiers, as one of the greatest songwriters of his generation. His music crossed musical and cultural boundaries, weaving a common thread between disparate generations and musical genres. He was preceded in death by his parents, both of whom were deeply influential in cultivating his musical talent. He is survived by his wife, Fiona, and two sons, Jody Prine and Jack Prine. John Prine was loved for his wit, his insight, and his songwriting and will long be remembered as one of the greatest American songwriters of the 20th century.