Wayne Rhoden facts for kids
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Wayne Rhoden
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Wayne Rhoden and his son Irie Goose
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Wayne Rhoden |
| Origin | Pleasant Farm, St. Catherine, Jamaica |
| Genres | Family Music, Children’s Music, Kindie rock, Reggae, Ska, Pop, Reggaeton, Folk |
| Occupation(s) |
Producer, Songwriter, Artist
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| Instruments |
Vocals, Turntables
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| Years active | 1982 – 2024 |
Wayne Rhoden was a talented music producer, singer, and songwriter. He was known professionally by several names, including Father Goose Music, Rankin Don, and Don Chibaka. He won an Independent Music Award and a Grammy Award with the group "Dan Zanes and Friends". He was also nominated for a Grammy Award with the group 1 Tribe Collective. You might have even seen him on the Disney Channel! His music also reached #7 on the Billboard Reggae Chart.
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About Wayne Rhoden
Wayne Rhoden, also known as Father Goose, was a musician born in Jamaica. He became well-known in the music scene in Jamaica and Brooklyn, New York. He used the names Rankin Don and Don Chibaka for some of his music. As Father Goose, he created children's music, including "Kindie rock" and reggae versions of nursery rhymes. He often performed with "Dan Zanes and Friends" and appeared in Disney videos called “House Party Time.”
His Early Life
Wayne Rhoden was born in Linstead, Jamaica. He grew up in Jamaica, New York, and Florida. Like many musicians, he started performing when he was very young. He remembered singing for his family and friends at just five years old. Later, he would be the DJ for parties his parents hosted. He also performed at a school fundraiser when he was in grade school in Ewarton.
He went to Erasmus High School in Brooklyn, New York. After high school, he planned to study electrical engineering. However, his love for music eventually led him to a career in the music industry.
His Musical Journey
In the 1980s, Wayne Rhoden recorded hit songs like Can't Find Me Love as Rankin Don. In the 90s, he released songs such as Real McCoy and Black Queen. He performed at concerts with many famous artists. These included Rosanne Cash, Suzanne Vega, and Gregory Isaacs. He also shared the stage with Grammy winners like Shabba Ranks and Shaggy.
His connection with musician Dan Zanes began through his mother. She worked for Dan Zanes and suggested that he meet her son, Wayne, and listen to his music.
In the 2000s, as Father Goose, he was featured on several Dan Zanes albums. These included Rocket Ship Beach and Catch That Train!. He also released three of his own albums: Color with Father Goose, It’s a Bam Bam Diddly, and Bashment Time. In 2008, as Don Chibaka, he performed on the song Dance Like That (Remix).
His Personal Life
Wayne Rhoden was a father of two children. His son, Irie Goose, also sang and performed in his father's band.
In 2007, Wayne Rhoden learned he had kidney failure. After eight years of dialysis and other health challenges, he received a successful kidney transplant in December 2015. Wayne Rhoden passed away in September 2024. Dan Zanes shared that Wayne was dedicated to having a band with different genders and races. He also said Wayne was one of the most open-minded musicians he knew.
Music Albums and Songs
Wayne Rhoden released many songs and albums under his different names. Here are some of them:
As Rankin Don
- 1989 One In A Million
- 1990 Can't Find Mi Love
- 1992 Baddest DJ
- 1994 Black Queen
- 1996 Real McCoy
- 1997 Green Card
- 2004 More To Me
- 2013 You're My Girl
- 2014 God & Me
As Don Chibaka
- 2008 Dance Like That (Remix)
As Father Goose Music
- 2000 Rocket Ship Beach
- 2003 Color with Father Goose
- 2006 Catch That Train! (This album won a Grammy Award!)
- 2007 It's a Bam Bam Diddly (This album reached #7 on the Billboard Charts!)
- 2014 Bashment Time
- 2016 Dance to the Reggae Rhythm
- 2017 Friday
- 2017 In The Mirror
- 2017 I Wanna Love U
- 2017 Lead Belly Baby (This album won an Independent Music Award!)
- 2018 I Have A Dream
- 2018 King Of The Dance Party
- 2019 La Bamba
- 2020 Life
- 2020 Lemonade & Sunshine
- 2021 Live Your Life
- 2021 Voice of a Child
- 2021 Black Brown White
- 2021 One Tribe (Nominated for a Grammy Award!)
- 2022 Make Some Change
- 2022 A Ticket To Ride (This song won a Funky Kids Radio Award!)
- 2023 The Leader in You
- 2023 Calling Me
- 2023 Listen Lead Love
Awards and Recognitions
Wayne Rhoden received several awards and nominations for his music:
- 2004 Parents' Choice Award for the album What Is It? Musical Math & Science
- 2006 49th Annual Grammy Awards (with Dan Zanes and Friends) for Best Musical Album for Children, Catch That Train!
- 2008 Parents' Choice Award for the album It’s A Bam Bam Diddly
- 2008 Independent Music Awards Nominee for Best Children's Album, It’s A Bam Bam Diddly
- 2019 Independent Music Awards Nominee for Best Children's Song, Nice To Meet U
- 2023 The Funky Kids Radio Global Awards for the song A Ticket To Ride
