Fred Eaglesmith

Fred Eaglesmith, known for his songs about vehicles, rural life, and down-and-out characters, which often use techniques like unreliable narrators and plot twists.

Growing up on a farm in Ontario, he left home at 15 to pursue a music career, eventually adopting the nickname Eaglesmith. His prolific songwriting has earned him numerous awards, and his songs have been covered by artists like Toby Keith and Alan Jackson, with his work also featured in films and television.