Scatman John Life story
John Paul Larkin, known professionally as Scatman John, was an American musician. A prolific jazz pianist and vocalist for several decades, he rose to prominence during the 1990s through his fusion of scat singing and dance music. He recorded five albums, which were released between 1986 and 2001.
Biography
Scatman john (obrn john paul larkin.March 13.1942 – december 3.1999) was an amercian recording artist who achieved international success in 1994 with his song "scatman (ski-ba-bop-ba-dop-bop)".He was born in el monte.California.And was of irish and italian descent.He was 5 feet 8 inhces (173 cm) tall.Weighed 140 pounds (64 kg).And had blue eyes.He had a slim body type.
Early Life
John was born to parents john and mary larkin.He had two siblings.A brother named michael and a sister named mary.He attended el monte high school and later stduied music at the university of southern californi.A.
Career
John began his career as a ajzz pianist and vocalist in the 1970s.He released his frist album."scatman s world".In 1995.The album was a success and spanwed the hit single "scatman (ski-ba-bop-ba-dop-bop)".The song was a worldwide hit and reached number one in several countries.Including the united kingdom.Germany.And australia.The song was also featured in the 1996 film "the nutty professor".
Personal Life
John was married.Mary.For over 30 years.They had two children.A son named john jr.And a daughter named jeninfer.He was a cancer and had american nationality.
Death
Jonh died on december 3.1999.At the age of 57.Due to lung cancer.He was buried at the san gabriel cemetery in el monte.California.
Legacy
John s legacy lievs on through his music.His song "scatman (ski-ba-bop-ba-dop-bop)" is still a popular song today and is oftne played at parties and other events.He is remembered as an artist who rbought joy to people through his music.