Stu Phillips is a Canadian country singer and songwriter who has been active in the music industry since the 1950s. He is best known for his hit singles 'Big Big World' and 'Sea of Heartbreak'. Phillips has released several albums throughout his career, including his most recent album, 'The Best of Stu Phillips'. He has also written songs for other artists, such as Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson. Phillips is considered one of the pioneers of the country music genre and is highly respected in the industry.