The Jamaican reggae pioneer Jimmy Cliff has died, aged 81. The multi-instrumentalist was an award-winning singer and actor and helped inspire other ska, rocksteady and reggae artists. He began songwriting as a child in Kingston and had his first hit locally while still a teenager. His starring role in the 1972 film ‘The Harder They Come’ helped to propel him to international fame. #JimmyCliff #Jamaica #Reggae #C4News #Channel4News | Channel 4 News

Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff has died at the age of 81. In 1973, he explained the uniqueness of reggae and how he could convey serious themes within joyful music. Interview conducted by music broadcaster and author Charlie Gillett for 2nd House, originally broadcast on 3 November, 1973. #JimmyCliff #BBCArchive | BBC Archive