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The world grieves the loss of Jimmy Cliff, the celebrated Jamaican-born reggae singer and performer whose captivating voice was instrumental in spreading reggae music across the globe. The artist passed away at the age of 81.

“With deep sorrow that I share that my husband, Jimmy Cliff, has crossed over due to a seizure episode followed by pneumonia,” wrote his spouse Latifa Chambers on Instagram. “I am thankful for his family, close friends, peers in the arts and colleagues who shared his journey. To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his entire professional life … Jimmy, my darling, may you rest in peace. I will follow your wishes.” Her post was also signed by their offspring, their son and daughter.

Jimmy Cliff gained fame for hit songs such as “You Can Get It If You Really Want”, I Can See Clearly Now and “Wonderful World, Beautiful People”. His upbeat musical style and uplifting temperament earned him a vast and loyal following.

Beyond his music accomplishments, Cliff took the lead role in the 1972 drama film The Harder They Come, a performance that was highly acclaimed and is considered a landmark of Jamaican cinema.

Jimmy Cliff is among the select few of artists, including the legendary Bob Marley and other greats, to be awarded the esteemed Jamaican Order of Merit.

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