Good Music on Instagram: "John Scatman, born John Paul Larkin, was an American musician who struggled with a severe stutter for most of his life. For years, he felt ashamed and avoided speaking in public. But in the early 1990s, he found a way to turn what he saw as his greatest obstacle into his greatest strength. By combining jazz-style scat singing with dance music, he created a unique sound that celebrated the very thing he used to hide. His hit song “Scatman (Ski-Ba-Bop-Ba-Dop-Bop)” became

blowingfact on Instagram: "Scatman John, born John Paul Larkin, turned his stutter into a unique strength through scat singing, blending jazz and dance music. His 90s hits like “Scatman (Ski-Ba-Bop-Ba-Dop-Bop)” and “Scatman’s World” combined catchy Eurodance beats with inspiring messages of self-acceptance. As a symbol of resilience, Scatman John encouraged others to look beyond their flaws, leaving a lasting legacy of courage, creativity, and hope. #90s"

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