Why did Steve Harwell die?

Former Smash Mouth singer Steve Harwell dies at 56

Steve Harwell, former lead vocalist of rock band Smash Mouth, died Monday at age 56.

Harwell and the band’s longtime manager Robert Hayes confirmed the singer’s death in a statement to USA TODAY.

“Steve Harwell passed away this morning, September 4, 2023, at his home in Boise, Idaho. He was surrounded by family and friends and passed away in peace and comfort” Hayes said in a statement. said.

The statement continued: “Steve Harwell was a true American Original. He is a larger-than-life character that bursts into the sky like a Roman candle. Steve should be remembered for his unwavering focus and passionate determination to reach the heights of pop stardom.” “And the fact that he achieved this nearly impossible goal with very limited musical experience makes his achievements all the more remarkable.”

Hayes added: “His only tool was his irrepressible charm and charisma, his fearless reckless ambition. Steve lived a life of 100% full throttle. He was shining brightly in the universe before he was exhausted.

“Rest in peace knowing you aimed for the stars and magically hit your target. Those who knew and loved him will miss him greatly” the statement said.

CAUSED ?

TMZ, the media outlet that first published the news, reported that Harwell had “reached the final stage of liver failure” due to alcohol.

Walkin’ on the Sun”, “All Star” and their cover of “Can’t Get Enough of You Baby”, Smash Mouth took over pop radio in the late ’90s. Their quirky pop approach and Harwell’s distinctive rumble, separated the group from their peers like Sugar Ray and Third Eye Blind, and helped their major label debut “Fush Yu Mang” sell over two million copies.

Smash Mouth’s success was further bolstered by their 1999 second album, “Astro Lounge” which debuted the three million-selling hit “All Star“, which peaked at #4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and continued to be a pop culture touchstone.

In 2001, Smash Mouth turned the Neil Diamond/Monkees classic “I’m a Believer” into their own style, giving the band another Top 25 hit. The cover – along with “All Star” – helped popularize the soundtrack for “Shrek” and featured a performance of Eddie Murphy’s Donkey in the animated comedy.

Smash Mouth released their last studio album “Magic” in 2012.