Goon (album)

Goon is the debut studio album by American musician Tobias Jesso Jr., released on March 17, 2015, by True Panther Sounds and Mom + Pop Music. The album received critical acclaim for its songwriting, production, and Jesso Jr.'s vocals, often drawing comparisons to classic singer-songwriters such as Harry Nilsson and Randy Newman.

The album's title, Goon, refers to Jesso Jr.'s self-deprecating view of himself during the period the songs were written, reflecting on a difficult time in his life that included romantic heartbreak and professional setbacks. The songs on Goon are largely piano-based ballads with themes of love, loss, and longing.

Notable tracks include "How Could You Babe," "Hollywood," and "Without You." The album features production contributions from Patrick Carney of The Black Keys, Ariel Rechtshaid, and JR White of Girls. Goon helped to establish Tobias Jesso Jr. as a prominent figure in contemporary singer-songwriter circles.