Singer-songwriter Eric Carmen, renowned for his timeless hits like “Hungry Eyes” and “All By Myself”, has passed away at the age of 74, as confirmed by his wife Amy via a statement on Carmen’s official website. The announcement, made early on Tuesday (12 March), did not specify the cause or exact date of his death.

Carmen, born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1949, displayed an early passion for music and began formal training in violin and piano from a young age. He later taught himself to play the guitar and envisioned a career in songwriting. His musical journey took a significant turn when he co-founded the power pop group the Raspberries in the early 1970s, which gained fame with hits like “Go All The Way”.

Following the band’s dissolution in 1975, Carmen embarked on a successful solo career, achieving notable success in the emerging soft rock genre. His solo repertoire included chart-toppers like “Hungry Eyes” and the iconic “All By Myself”, which later received widespread recognition through Celine Dion’s rendition in 1996. Carmen also contributed as a songwriter to soundtracks, notably penning “Almost Paradise” for the film “Footloose”.

Throughout his career, Carmen’s music resonated with audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry. Survived by his wife Amy and children Kathryn and Clayton, Eric Carmen’s legacy as a gifted musician and songwriter will endure through his timeless melodies and heartfelt lyrics.