Jimmy Cliff, Reggae Legend, Passes Away

Jimmy Cliff, Reggae Legend, Passes Away

Update: 2025-11-24
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Jimmy Cliff, the reggae and soul legend, has passed away at the age of eighty-one following a seizure and pneumonia. His family and wife expressed gratitude to fans, medical staff, and fellow artists for their support throughout his career. Cliff, born in Jamaica, is widely credited with bringing reggae music to the global stage and is best known for iconic tracks like You Can Get It If You Really Want and Many Rivers To Cross. Fans and fellow musicians are mourning his loss, hailing him as the First King of Reggae.

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Jimmy Cliff, Reggae Legend, Passes Away

Jimmy Cliff, Reggae Legend, Passes Away