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Jimmy Cliff, a musical artist who helped bring reggae to an international audience, has died aged 81. Known for hits including You Can Get It If You Really Want, The Harder They Come, and Many Rivers ...

Reggae music icon Jimmy Cliff, who's unique tone, lyricism and breakthrough role on the silver screen helped make the music of his native Jamaica part of popular culture across the globe, has died at ...

Jimmy Cliff, the legendary musician who expanded the popularity of reggae around the world, has died, his family announced Monday on his official Instagram account. He was 81. "It’s with profound ...

Reggae icon Jimmy Cliff, the Grammy-winning musician best known for hits like "I Can See Clearly Now" and "The Harder They Come," has died. He was 81. His family confirmed his death in a statement ...

Jimmy Cliff, the smooth-voiced singer who helped popularize the reggae genre, has died at age 81, his wife announced on Instagram on Monday. “It’s with profound sadness that I share that my husband, ...