Eric Andersen is a prolific American folk singer-songwriter from the 1960s Greenwich Village scene, known for his poetic style and songs like "Violets of Dawn" and "Thirsty Boots". Born in 1943, he released over 25 albums, with notable works including his 1972 commercial breakthrough Blue River. His songs have been covered by numerous artists, including Bob Dylan, Linda Ronstadt, and the Grateful Dead, and his career also includes co-writing with Lou Reed and living in Norway for over two decades
