Scatman John

Top songs

Scatman's World
Scatman (Ski-Ba-Bop-Ba-Dop-Bop)
Only You
Scatmambo

About Scatman John

John Paul Larkin, known as Scatman John, was an American musician born in El Monte, California, in 1942. Despite struggling with a severe stutter, he turned his speech impediment into a unique scatting style that blended jazz and dance music, gaining international fame with hits like "Scatman (Ski-Ba-Bop-Ba-Dop-Bop)."

Scatman John's music often explored themes of overcoming personal challenges and resisting societal norms. He used his platform to critique political power, delivering messages of resilience and defiance through his energetic and captivating performances. His work remains an inspiring testament to turning adversity into creativity.