Mourning for Reggae Legend Jimmy Cliff

The legendary Jamaican singer Jimmy Cliff, who, along with Bob Marley, popularized reggae, ska, and rocksteady over six decades, has died at the age of 81. His wife Latifa Chambers announced this on Facebook on Monday.

Reggae Legend Jimmy Cliff Dies at 81

James Chambers was born on July 30, 1944, during a hurricane in St. James Parish in northwest Jamaica. He was known for singles such as "You Can Get It If You Really Want It" and "Many Rivers To Cross," as well as his cover versions of Johnny Nash's "I Can See Clearly Now," which appeared on the soundtrack of the 1993 film "Cool Runnings," and Cat Stevens' "Wild World."

Cliff released over 30 albums and performed worldwide, including in Paris, Brazil, and at the 1964 World's Fair in New York. Later, Cliff turned to acting and starred in the 1972 classic film "The Harder They Come" by Perry Henzell, which introduced reggae to an international audience.

(APA/Red)

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