Bobby McFerrin

Born: 1950-03-11

Robert Keith McFerrin Jr. (born March 11, 1950) is an American jazz vocalist. He is known for his vocal techniques, such as singing fluidly but with quick and considerable jumps in pitch—for example, sustaining a melody while also rapidly alternating with arpeggios and harmonies—as well as scat singing, polyphonic overtone singing, and improvisational vocal percussion. He is widely known for performing and recording regularly as an unaccompanied solo vocal artist. He has frequently collaborated with other artists from both the jazz and classical scenes. McFerrin's song "Don't Worry, Be Happy" was a No. 1 U.S. pop hit in 1988 and won Song of the Year and Record of the Year honors at the 1989 Grammy Awards. McFerrin has also worked in collaboration with instrumentalists, including pianists Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, and Joe Zawinul, drummer Tony Williams, and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. He is the father of musicians Taylor McFerrin and Madison McFerrin.


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Son of the Pink Panther

as Self (uncredited)
Released: 1993-08-27

The illegitimate son of Inspector Clouseau is on the case of the kidnapped Princess Yasmin.

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Alive Inside

as uncredited
Released: 2014-01-18

Five million Americans suffer from Alzheimer's disease and dementia—many of them alone in...

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The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble

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Released: 2016-06-10

Follow several talented members of the ensemble as they gather in locations across the world,...

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Simply Mad About the Mouse

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Released: 1991-07-15

Simply Mad About the Mouse collects affectionate tributes to Disney's songs from artists like...

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The Wizard of Oz On Ice

as Host / The Wizard of Oz
Released: 1996-02-27

An ice-skating television adaptation of the 1939 musical film based on Lyman Frank Baum's 1900...

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A Beverly Hills Christmas

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Released: 1987-12-22

An evening of Christmas music from stars living in Beverly Hills, California.

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Creating The Wizard of Oz on Ice

as Himself
Released: 1995-01-01

Behind the scenes in the making of “The Wizard of Oz on Ice”.

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Art

as uncredited
Released: 2008-01-01

Art, a young boy, joyfully draws SCRIBBLES that SQUIGGLE, SPLOTCHES with BLOTCHES, ZIGS and...

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Bobby McFerrin - Live in Montreal

as Himself
Released: 2005-09-12

This is dvd is a full unedited concert held at a Jazz Festival in Montreal. It features mostly...

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Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories

as Vocalist
Released: 1987-01-01

Two tall tales based on Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories; featuring a Parsee man seeking for...

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Bobby McFerrin - Circlesongs

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Released: 2018-11-18

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What Would Beethoven Do?

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Released: 2016-02-11

Classical music doesn’t exactly have a reputation for being hip. For too long it’s been seen as...

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Bobby McFerrin: Try This at Home

as Himself
Released: 2005-01-01

Recorded at the Walker Art Center, Minneapolis in September 1999.

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Live at Munich Summer Piano Festiva

as uncredited
Released: 1988-01-01

'Münchner Klaviersommer' was an annual concerts series that took place from 1981 to 1998 in...

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The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

as Self
First aired: 1962-10-01

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson is a talk show hosted by Johnny Carson under The Tonight...

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Saturday Night Live

as Self - Musical Guest
First aired: 1975-10-11

A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The...

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Great Performances

as Self - Host
First aired: 1971-01-28

The best in the performing arts from across America and around the world including a diverse...

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The Jim Henson Hour

as himself
First aired: 1989-04-14

The Jim Henson Hour was developed as a showcase for the Jim Henson Company's various puppet...

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Masterclass

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First aired: 2010-04-18

MasterClass is a documentary television series airing on HBO. Each half-hour episode documents...

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