Nik Kershaw is an English singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who achieved significant popularity during the mid-1980s. Known for his synth-pop style, Kershaw's music incorporates catchy melodies, complex synth patterns, and thoughtful lyrics. His most notable hits include "Wouldn't It Be Good" and "The Riddle", both of which contributed to his prominence in the UK pop scene. Despite fading from the mainstream in the 1990s, Kershaw's influence can be seen in the work of numerous British pop artists that followed.