Bobby McFerrin

Bobby McFerrin is an American vocalist and conductor who is best known for his 1988 hit song "Don't Worry, Be Happy" and a ten-time Grammy Award winner. He is well known for his unique vocal techniques and singing styles.

In 1986, McFerrin was the voice of Santa Bear in Santa Bear's First Christmas, and in 1987 he was the voice of Santa Bear/Bully Bear in the sequel Santa Bear's High Flying Adventure. That same year, he performed the theme song for the opening credits of Season 4 of The Cosby Show.

In 1988, McFerrin recorded the hit song "Don't Worry, Be Happy", which brought him widespread recognition across the world. The song's success brought him to pursue other musical possibilities, on stage and in recording studios.

In 1989, he composed and performed the music for the Pixar short film Knick Knack. Also in 1989, he formed a ten-person "Voicestra" which he featured on both his 1990 album Medicine Music and in the score to the 1989 Oscar-winning documentary Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt.

In 1993, McFerrin sang Henry Mancini's "Pink Panther" theme for the movie Son of the Pink Panther.

In addition to his vocal performing career, in 1994, Mr. McFerrin was appointed as creative chair of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra. He makes regular tours as a guest conductor for symphony orchestras throughout the United States and Canada. He also participates in various music education programs and makes volunteer appearances as a guest music teacher and lecturer at public schools throughout the U.S.