By ELIE KIRSHNER
Sufjan Stevens made his name as a melodious, indie-folk singer, boasting unique tracks and a distinct, inimitable sound. His tracks feature subtly poignant messages despite their lighthearted feel, exemplified in one stunningly introspective song about his suddenly complex relationship with God following the death of a friend (this, in my opinion, is the pinnacle of his career thus far: “Casimir Pulaski Day”).