Mary-Chapin Carpenter is an American singer-songwriter known for her blend of country and folk music. She emerged in the late 1980s with her subtle, lyrical storytelling style that often drew from personal experiences, a distinctive characteristic in her music. Carpenter's most influential works include the Grammy-winning albums "Come On Come On" and "Stones in the Road". Her signature sound, featuring acoustic guitar and reflective lyrics, has garnered critical acclaim and cemented her relevance in the country-folk genre.