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Canadian-born Neil Young, known for his country-rock hit "Heart of Gold," became famous for switching styles from introspective folk to grungy rock. A key figure in Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, he later found success both solo and with crazy Horse. Acclaimed as the "Godfather of Grunge," Young collaborated with Pearl Jam and was recognized for his social activism via albums about the Iraq War and environmental issues. Despite Geffen Records suing him for "uncharacteristic" albums, his diverse discography earned critical acclaim, influencing generations.