In early 2014 Rufus released his first full length album entitled “Growing Pains.” Suitably named, the album is a collection of songs taking listeners through an intimate life journey of the experiences from being a young boy to becoming a man. From love gained to love lost, drug addictions to being free of demons, depression to happiness. Lyrically there is a story everyone can relate too and sonically there are sounds to please everyone’s ears. 

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Hold On Me feat. SonReal

Victory (SonRealFt. Rufus, Eternia)

Try'n To Live (Justis Feat. Rufus)

This song is about a man apologizing to his first love for breaking her heart. Throughout their relationship he mistreated her and in reflecting on his contribution to the outcome of their relationship he would like to just let her know that he was sorry. 

This song is available on all platforms for download. However, if you go to www.rufusjohn.com and join Rufus's emailing list you will receive a free download link to this single.

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Things That I Said

Things That I Said - Feat Phoenix Pagliacci

Lyric Video
https://youtu.be/JnibFmfaFiI

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https://itunes.apple.com/ca/artist/rufus/464995237

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Things That I Said - Feat Phoenix Pagliacci

Father I Thank You - Album Master

Gone But Not Forgotten - Album Master

What More Can I Say - Album Master

Same Ol Me - Album Master

Infinite - Album Master

Not Gonna Have It - Album Master

Better By You - Album Master

Don't Push Me - Album Master

Rufus is a fresh face who brings a new sound to R&B Music. He is a musician with a genuine desire to bridge the gap between the youth and the elders of today with his music being the catalyst for change and the voice of positivity. Set to drop fall 2012, his self-written debut album “Growing Pains” which follows an autobiographical journey of Rufus’ growth as an individual, a role model, a songwriter and as an artist. In the tradition of many renowned R&B musicians, Rufus began singing in the church. Born in Toronto, ON but raised within a Caribbean heritage he was exposed to many of the music legends of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. At the age of ten his family moved to Kitchener-Waterloo, ON and it was there Rufus made his presence known by winning talent competitions and trophies. During his high school years Rufus hit the road touring Ontario and Quebec as the energetic front man for the cover band The Motor Booty Affair.  It was clear to anyone that witnessed the passion Rufus brought onstage that his performance was effortless and contagious. Despite his success onstage; in 2002 Rufus broke away from the cover band to devote his time to developing himself as an independent artist. It was at this time Rufus also completed college and became a child and youth worker. He relentlessly strives to blend his two passions to positively relate and influence our most valuable commodity and leaders of tomorrow, our youth! In 2006 he released debut EP “The Reason”. The catchy first released single ‘Sex on the Beach’ spun continuously on national and international radio stations. A year later Rufus won the opportunity to co-write and record a song with Canadian industry guru Markus Kane. The song ‘Street Thing’ featuring Toronto rapper Thrust was an instant hit and topped the charts in London and Kitchener-Waterloo. Over the years Rufus has performed at a variety of music festivals throughout Ontario and been blessed to share the stage and work with respected artists such as Jully Black, Shad, Choclair, Mac Graham, Slakah the Beatchild, Chris Rouse and Joel Joseph. After countless hours in the studio, Rufus is ready to share his story with the world. “Growing Pains” has something for everyone, by combining a unique flavor of old school rhythms, new school vibes with a touch of soul. Rufus is excited and ready to hit the airwaves and stage to open up this new chapter in his musical journey and lifetime dream. As Rufus says “his ultimate goal for his music is to become the bridge between the youth and elders of today, the kid next door that people can relate to and the catalyst for growth and change in our communities.” Look out, he is coming!


ACHIEVEMENTS:
* 2012 Founder of The Warehouse: Where The Cypher Lives (www.wherethecypherlives.com)
* 2011 Producer/Writer/Actor in Generations Of Gospel: A Testament Of Time 
* 2008 Top 100 Canadian Idol Contestent 
* 2008 Actor in Bubbling Brown Sugar Musical
* 2007 91.5 Rhythm of the Future Competition Winner 
* 2001 Top 15 Finalist on Global’s “Popstars II: Boys Meet Girls”


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