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Jimmy Cliff - Rest In Power (July 30, 1944 - November 24, 2025)

11/24/2025 by Reggaeville

Jimmy Cliff - Rest In Power (July 30, 1944 - November 24, 2025)

Reggae icon Jimmy Cliff is dead! His family announced it today via social media:

"It's with profound sadness that I share that my husband, Jimmy Cliff, has crossed over due to a seizure followed by pneumonia. I am thankful for his family, friends, fellow artists and coworkers who have shared his journey with him. To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career. He really appreciated each and every fan for their love. I also wanted to thank Dr. Couceyro and the whole medical staff, as they have been extremely supportive and helpful during this difficult process. Jimmy, my darling, may you rest in peace. I will follow your wishes. I hope you all can respect our privacy during these hard times. Further information will be provided at a later date.

See you and we see you Legend. 

Latifa , Lilty and Aken"
 


TRIBUTES
HON. OLIVIA "BABSY" GRANGE
"I have lost a friend and Jamaica has lost one of its greatest sons. Rest in eternal peace, Jimmy.  Your light, your music, and your spirit will live on forever."

ALI CAMPBELL (UB40)
"Absolutely heartbroken to hear about the passing of a Reggae forefather Jimmy Cliff.
A true foundation, a pillar of our music, and one of the first to carry reggae out into the world.
Jimmy wasn’t just a legend, he was a light.
From The Harder They Come to Many Rivers to Cross, he opened doors for all of us who came after. His courage, his spirit, his melody… they shaped the path we walk today.
Jimmy Cliff gave us Bob Marley Early in Bob’s career, Jimmy Cliff worked as a “tester” (A&R) for Leslie Kong’s Beverley’s Records. Cliff listened to new artists’ demos and selected what he thought was promising.  
That’s exactly how Bob Marley got his first recording deal Bob auditioned, Cliff heard five of his songs, and he picked out three “Judge Not”, “One Cup of Coffee”, “Terror” to pitch to Kong
Those songs became some of Marley’s first official recordings
Every time I step on a stage, I’m reminded of the giants who laid the groundwork, and Jimmy was one of the greatest. A man of heart, humility, and unbelievable talent.
Rest easy, King.
Your voice lives forever and your legacy will keep inspiring generations of reggae lovers across the globe.
Big Love Ali" 

INNER CIRCLE
"Our hearts are heavy today. Jimmy Cliff wasn’t just a friend — he was a light in reggae music and a giant in our culture. We carry the memories, the music, and the mission forward. Your voice will echo forever, Jimmy. Rest in Power. "

NATTALI RIZE
"Thank you for your Music, your Art, your mighty sunbeam of a Heart that shone so bright it lit dreams of people in all regions of the earth… Your music is a huge part of my memories growing up & becoming the musician I am today… Your sounds will continue to ignite fires in the hearts and minds of present generations & those to come…
We All Are One .. Rise In Power & Glory."

 

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