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The world mourns the loss of the iconic Jimmy Cliff, the renowned Jamaican-born reggae singer and performer whose captivating vocal talent was instrumental in popularizing reggae music worldwide. The artist has died at the age of eighty-one.

“With deep sorrow that I announce that my husband, Jimmy Cliff, has passed away due to a seizure and subsequent pneumonia,” wrote his wife Latifa Chambers on Instagram. “I am thankful for his family, close friends, peers in the arts and coworkers who shared his life’s path. To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his motivation throughout his whole career … Jimmy, my darling, may you rest peacefully. I will honor your wishes.” The message was also signed by their children, Lilty and Aken.

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 upbeat sound and positive spirit brought him a large and loyal following.

In addition to his music achievements, Cliff took the lead role in the 1972 drama film The Harder They Come, a performance that was highly acclaimed and is considered a cornerstone of Jamaican cinema.

Jimmy Cliff is among the select few of artists, including the legendary Bob Marley and others, to be honored with the prestigious Jamaican Order of Merit.

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