Tom Petty
rock music · 1989–1995
Picture cruising down a sun-drenched highway, windows down, the unmistakable vibe of rock music filling the air. That’s the magic of Tom Petty, an iconic American singer, songwriter, and guitarist whose work has become the soundtrack of countless lives. As the frontman of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, he effortlessly blended heart and grit, delivering hits like "Free Fallin'" and "I Won’t Back Down" that resonate with anyone yearning for freedom and resilience. A member of the supergroup the Traveling Wilburys and a solo artist in his own right, Petty’s music is a testament to the enduring spirit of rock. With songs like "You Don't Know How It Feels" and "Running Down a Dream," he invites us to embrace the journey, reminding us that every road leads to new adventures.
The facts
- United States
- rock music
- On Shelter Records
The story behind “I Won't Back Down”
- A defiant little anthem — and, decades on, the song behind Sam Smith's "Stay With Me."
