Bobby McFerrinBobby McFerrin (born New York City, March 11, 1950) is a jazz-influenced a cappella vocal performer. 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
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McFerrin is the subject of a persistent yet wholly unfounded rumour that he has committed suicide. He recorded for Herb Alpert on his A&M Records label and had three top 40 hits in the mid 1960s: "Call Me," "The More I See You," and "There Will Never Be Another You.". McFerrin was appointed in 1994 as creative chair of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra. and to No.2 in the United Kingdom. In addition to his vocal performing career, Mr. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts in the U.S. He has also worked in collaboration with instrumental performers including pianist Chick Corea and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. In 1962 he recorded the 45rpm single "Let's Dance" that went to No. pop hit in 1988. Montez grew up in Hawthorne, Califorina, influenced by the Latino flavored music of his community and the success of Ritchie Valens. His song "Don't Worry, Be Happy" (featured in the movie Cocktail starring Tom Cruise) was a #1 U.S. Chris Montez (born Ezekiel Christopher Montanez on January 17, 1943 in Los Angeles, California) is a Hispanic American singer. Bobby McFerrin (born New York City, March 11, 1950) is a jazz-influenced a cappella vocal performer. Snopes.com on the suicide rumour (http://www.snopes.com/music/artists/mcferrin.htm). Official Site (http://www.bobbymcferrin.com). Beyond Words (2002). Mouth Music (2001). [[Don't Worry, Be Happy! [Disky]]] (1997). Circlesongs (1997). The Mozart Sessions (1996). Bang! Zoom (1995). Paper Music (1995). Sorrow Is Not Forever (1994). Hush (1991). Many Faces of Bird (1991). Medicine Music (1990). How the Rhino Got'How the Camel Gott (1990). [[Play [live]]] (1990). Simple Pleasures (1988). Don't Worry, Be Happy (1988). Elephant's Child (1987). Spontaneous Inventions (1985). The Voice (1984). Bobby McFerrin (1982). |