He has also worked in collaboration with instrumental performers including pianist Chick Corea and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. This collaboration has established him as an ambassador of both the classical and jazz worlds. His recordings have sold over 20 million copies.
In addition to his vocal performing career, Mr. McFerrin was appointed in 1994 as creative chair of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra.
He is the subject of a persistent yet wholly unfounded rumour that he has committed suicide. The rumor was so strong that the official Bobby McFerrin FAQ addressed the question.
Mr. McFerrin and his oft-maligned hit "Don't Worry, Be Happy" were parodied on "The Simpsons" as "I'm Worried - Need Money".
Thinkin' About Your Body
Bobby McFerrin Lyrics
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But to tell you the truth, I'll be lonely
I don't mind being lonely
When my heart tells me you are lonely, too
I'll walk alone
They'll ask me why and I'll tell them I'd rather
There are dreams I must gather
I'll always be near you wherever you are each night
In every prayer
If you call I'll hear you, no matter how far
Just close your eyes and I'll be there
Please walk alone
And send your love and your kisses to guide me
Till you're walking beside me
I'll walk alone
I'll always be near you wherever you are each night
In every prayer
If you call I'll hear you, no matter how far
Just close your eyes and I'll be there
Please walk alone,
And send your love and your kisses to guide me
Till you're walking beside me, I'll walk alone
I'll walk alone
The above lyrics are actually not from Bobby McFerrin's song "Thinkin' About Your Body," but rather from a song called "I'll Walk Alone" popularized by Dinah Shore in the 1940s. The lyrics speak of loneliness and the desire to be with someone who is also feeling lonely. The singer states that while they will walk alone, they will always be thinking of the person they love and will be there for them whenever they need them, even if they are physically far away. The lyrics suggest a deep sense of longing and a commitment to the person they love, even if they cannot be together at the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll walk alone
I'll be on my own without anyone else but it's okay.
But to tell you the truth, I'll be lonely
Actually, I will be lonely even though I said I'm okay with it.
I don't mind being lonely
I am okay with being by myself even though it's tough.
When my heart tells me you are lonely, too
It's easier to be alone when I know that you also feel lonely sometimes.
They'll ask me why and I'll tell them I'd rather
People will question why I want to walk alone and I will explain that it's a choice.
There are dreams I must gather
I have my own aspirations that I need to work towards alone.
Dreams we fashioned the night you held me tight
Together we made dreams and shared moments, but now I need to pursue them alone.
I'll always be near you wherever you are each night
I will always be thinking of you and your well-being, no matter where we are.
If you call I'll hear you, no matter how far
Distance will not change the fact that I will always be here for you when you need me.
Just close your eyes and I'll be there
Even though we are apart, you can always feel my presence when you think of me.
Please walk alone
I want you to experience walking alone and finding your own way as I have.
And send your love and your kisses to guide me
Even if we are apart, your love and support will always be with me to light the way.
Till you're walking beside me
Once you have found your own way, we can walk together again.
I'll walk alone
For now, I will continue to walk my path on my own.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: JULE STYNE, SAMMY CAHN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@UnkleJoe
He didn't even need a harmonica for the harmonica solo
@Kingheart5
It’s you!
@christmasanchez1.038
What in the heck someone has some great taste of music.
@franurfrend
Time for you to see this video again, don't you think? Love you Joe
@senoj.rednaxela
I swear Bobby is a superhuman, I don't know how anyone could do that
@tiagovarela3768
hapapababapahapahababhapjah
@BonJoviBeatlesLedZep
His ability to convey chord progressions and melodies with his voice is incredible
@lawrencemajor7176
Tell me bout it
@patrickokolo1944
It’s UNREAL
@alphabetaxenonzzzcat
Bobby McFerrin - the man whose whole body is a musical instrument.