Bobby McFerrin is an American jazz vocalist and conductor renowned for his extraordinary vocal control and improvisational abilities. Born on March 11, 1950, McFerrin has delved into various musical genres throughout his career, seamlessly blending jazz, classical, and pop elements to create his own distinctive sound. His virtuosic vocal techniques often involve vocal percussion, scat singing, and the use of his four-octave range, setting him apart as a truly unique talent in the music world.

Perhaps best known for his 1988 hit song "Don't Worry, Be Happy," which became the first a cappella song to reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, McFerrin has a body of work that is rich and diverse. Albums like "Simple Pleasures" and "Spontaneous Inventions" showcase his innovation in voice-driven music, while projects such as "The Mozart Sessions" and "Paper Music" reflect his refined classical influences, including collaborations with orchestras. Notably, McFerrin's "VOCAbuLarieS" and "spirityouall" delve into lush vocal arrangements and spiritual themes, displaying his expansive artistic range. With ten Grammy Awards to his name and a career that continues to inspire and captivate, Bobby McFerrin remains a vital force in contemporary music, pushing the boundaries of vocal expression.

Genres

A Cappella

Related Artists

Herbie Hancock

Al Jarreau

Pat Metheny

Take 6

Pentatonix

Chick Corea

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Esperanza Spalding

Stevie Wonder

Yo-Yo Ma

Chaka Khan

George Benson

Latest Release

Freedom Is A Voice (Pixal Remix)

Bobby McFerrin

Single - Released November 17, 2023