Craig Smith

**Craig Smith** is a New Zealand children's musician and author best known for his hilariously quirky animal-themed songs that have become family favorites. He rose to global fame with the viral success of *The Wonky Donkey*, a laugh-out-loud children's book and song about a donkey with a mischievous streak, which spawned spin-offs like *The Stinky Wonky Donkey* and *The Grinny Granny Donkey*. His playful, repetitive tunes—like *Silly Sausage* and *Willbee the Bumblebee*—are packed with goofy wordplay and catchy rhythms, often celebrating Australiana themes (see: *Aussie Mozzie, Ozzy*). Smith’s work balances heartfelt moments, like the ANZAC tribute *Lest We Forget (Brave Troops)*, with holiday silliness (*All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth*), making him a staple in homes, schools, and libraries for lighthearted singalongs.

Genres

Children's Music

Related Artists

The Wiggles

Raffi

Dan Zanes

Jack Johnson

Jimmy Buffett

The Presidents Of The United States Of America

They Might Be Giants

The Learning Station

Sharon, Lois & Bram

The Backyardigans

Patty Shukla

Hap Palmer

Latest Release

Aussie Mozzie, Ozzy (Oi! Oi! Oi!)

Mr Yipadee•

Deano Yipadee•

Craig Smith

Single - Released March 16, 2025