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Rise and Shine

Raffi

35 min · 17 tracks

Joyful melodies and playful lyrics create a vibrant soundscape for children’s imaginations to flourish.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful sing-alongs for kids
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • energetic morning wake-up vibes
  • joyful melodies that inspire imagination
  • interactive participation with movement

Maybe skip if you want

  • slow-paced reflective listening
  • complex themes and narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1994, 'Rise and Shine' was Raffi's first album after establishing himself as a leading children's entertainer with previous successes like 'Baby Beluga.' At this point, he was transitioning into a phase focused on environmental themes and social consciousness, building on his foundational work in children's music.
Stylistic neighbors
Dan Zanes· Elizabeth Mitchell· The Wiggles

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Rise and Shine 2:11
  • 2 Walk, Walk, Walk 2:13
  • 3 Thumbelina 1:55
  • 4 Wheels on the Bus 1:42
  • 5 Daniel 3:24
  • 6 Five Little Ducks 2:20
  • 7 He’s Got the Whole World 2:16
  • 8 Big Beautiful Planet 2:49
  • 9 I’m in the Mood 3:05
  • 10 Something in My Shoe 2:32
  • 11 Michaud 1:29
  • 12 Nursery Rhyme Instrumental 1:21
  • 13 Tête, épaules 0:44
  • 14 Let’s Do the Numbers Rumba 2:07
  • 15 Ducks Like Rain 1:21
  • 16 Row, Row, Row 1:25
  • 17 This Little Light of Mine 2:05

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