Behind the stage name, Gustav Elijah Åhr, the life of a young artist unfolded. Born in Pennsylvania, his formative years were spent in Long Beach, New York, where a unique blend of influences shaped his creative identity. His mother, Liza Womack, a devoted first-grade teacher, and father, Karl Johan, a distinguished Harvard professor, instilled in him a strong foundation that would later contribute to his remarkable talent. Tragically, Åhr’s life was cut short at just 21, a victim of an overdose that shocked fans and left an indelible mark on the music world.