Jules Shear is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist, known for crafting melodic, lyrically rich pop songs. His music is primarily rooted in the folk-rock tradition, but he often incorporates elements of new wave and power pop. Shear achieved considerable recognition in the music industry for his songwriting, with notable hits like "All Through The Night," covered by Cyndi Lauper, and "If She Knew What She Wants," performed by The Bangles. Despite his low-profile as a performer, his contributions to popular music have been significant and enduring.