Bobby McFerrin
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Bobby McFerrin (born New York City, March 11, 1950) is a jazz-influenced a cappella vocal performer and conductor. His song "Don't Worry, Be Happy" (featured in the movie Cocktail starring Tom Cruise) was a #1 U.S. pop hit in 1988. He has also worked in collaboration with instrumental performers including pianist Chick Corea and cellist Yo-Yo Ma.
In addition to his vocal performing career, Mr. McFerrin was appointed in 1994 as creative chair of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra.
McFerrin is the subject of a persistent yet wholly unfounded rumour that he has committed suicide.
Discography
- Bobby McFerrin (1982)
- The Voice (1984)
- Spontaneous Inventions (1985)
- Elephant's Child (1987)
- Don't Worry, Be Happy (1988)
- Simple Pleasures (1988)
- Play (1990)
- How the Rhino Got His Skin/How the Camel Got His Hump (1990)
- Medicine Music (1990)
- Many Faces of Bird (1991)
- Hush (1991)
- Sorrow Is Not Forever (1994)
- Paper Music (1995)
- Bang! Zoom (1995)
- The Mozart Sessions (1996)
- Circlesongs (1997)
- Don't Worry, Be Happy! (1997)
- Mouth Music (2001)
- Beyond Words (2002)
External Links
- Official Site (http://www.bobbymcferrin.com)
- Snopes.com on the suicide rumour (http://www.snopes.com/music/artists/mcferrin.htm)de:Bobby McFerrin