With his gentle and serene style, Jim Brickman became one of the most successful pianists in the world throughout the '90s and '00s. After starting off as an instrumental artist, the Cleveland native collaborated with a slew of country, contemporary Christian, and pop singers, including Martina McBride, Collin Raye, Michael W. Smith, and Michael Bolton, regularly conquering the U.S. adult contemporary charts. Besides original music, Brickman put his signature stamp on everything from Christmas carols to Disney covers, suggesting an extraordinary versatility that continues to cement his stardom.