“The lead character in 'Adaptation' is pretty much me but with more talent. Every time I watch 'Adaptation,' I feel very emotional because it makes me be kinder to myself and see the human situation a little more clearly.”

American singer, musician, and songwriter

John William Grant is an American singer, musician, and songwriter, and he also holds Icelandic citizenship. He first came to notice as the co-founder, lead singer, pianist, and main songwriter of the alternative rock band the Czars. The Czars released six albums between 1994 and 2006 before breaking up. Grant then stepped away from music for four years, later returning as a solo artist.