Smash Mouth without vocalist Steve Harwell is like cereal without milk — it just feels unnatural. However, in 2021, fans had to make peace with the fact that, while diamonds are forever, band lineups aren't.

Speaking to TMZ, Harwell announced his departure from Smash Mouth, saying: "To our loyal and amazing fans, thank you, all of this was possible because of you. I've tried so hard to power through my physical and mental health issues, and to play in front of you one last time, but I just wasn't able to."

According to TMZ's sources, the singer's health had rapidly deteriorated over the years, with Harwell experiencing numerous issues that impacted both his everyday life and performance levels. After a Smash Mouth show at the Big Sip made headlines for all the wrong reasons, namely because of Harwell's eccentric behavior during the set, the decision was made to call it a day. Harwell's representative told The New York Post that the singer was "heartbroken" to have had to make the decision but there was no other way he could continue due to his health issues.

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