Richard Marx
Definition
Richard Marx (born September 16, 1963) is an American adult contemporary and pop rock singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer, best known for his 1980s ballads such as 'Right Here Waiting,' which topped charts worldwide.
A prolific hitmaker who has sold over 15 million records, Marx is also recognized for composing theme songs like 'Hold On to the Nights' and for his songwriting collaborations with artists like NSYNC and *NSYNC.
Examples
When the elevator got stuck, my coworker started humming Richard Marx tunes to pass the time, turning a minor crisis into an impromptu karaoke nightmare.
She declared her undying love via text, complete with Richard Marx lyrics, but he replied with a thumbs-up emoji—romance in the modern age.
At the wedding reception, the DJ dropped a Richard Marx deep cut, and suddenly Uncle Bob was slow-dancing with the cake topper.
My fitness app playlist betrayed me mid-run with Richard Marx's power ballad, leaving me power-walking dramatically through the park.