Tom Petty was an American singer, songwriter, and rock icon known for his heartfelt lyrics, jangly guitars, and timeless sound. As the frontman of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and a member of the Traveling Wilburys, he created classics like “Free Fallin’,” “American Girl,” and “Learning to Fly.” With his blend of honesty and grit, Tom Petty became a defining voice of American rock.