The Legendary Jimmy Cliff, Reggae Superstar and Cultural Figure, Dies at Eighty-One Years of Age
The world grieves the loss of the iconic Jimmy Cliff, the celebrated Jamaican-born reggae singer and performer whose distinctive vocal talent was instrumental in spreading the reggae genre across the globe. He passed away at the age of eighty-one.
“With deep sorrow that I share that my husband, Jimmy Cliff, has passed away due to a seizure episode followed by pneumonia,” posted his spouse Latifa on Instagram. “I am thankful for his family, close friends, fellow artists and coworkers who walked with him on his journey. To all his supporters globally, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career … Jimmy, my dear, may you rest in peace. I will honor your wishes.” Her post was also signed by their offspring, their son and daughter.
Jimmy Cliff gained fame for hits such as You Can Get It If You Really Want, “I Can See Clearly Now” and Wonderful World, Beautiful People. His optimistic sound and uplifting spirit brought him a vast and longstanding following.
In addition to his music achievements, Cliff took the lead role in the 1972 crime drama “The Harder They Come”, a role that was highly acclaimed and is viewed as a landmark of film in Jamaica.
He is among the select few of artists, including the legendary Bob Marley and others, to be honored with the prestigious Order of Merit from Jamaica.
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