John Parr is an English musician who gained notable fame in the 1980s. His music style is primarily rock, marked by strong vocals and guitar-centric compositions. Parr is best known for his 1985 US number one hit single "St. Elmo's Fire (Man in Motion)", which was part of the soundtrack for the film "St. Elmo's Fire". Despite the ebb and flow of his popularity, his contribution to the rock genre, particularly in the context of movie soundtracks, solidifies his position in music history.