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Jimmy Cliff
Biography
Jimmy Cliff
Born
January 1, 1948 in St. Catherine, Jamaica

Years Active:
60s | 70s | 80s | 90s | Current

 
It's one of life's great ironies that today, outside of reggae circles, Jimmy Cliff is better known for his film appearances than his music. Even after a string of hits, the singer never quite managed to break into the mainstream, although in the late '60s/early '70s, he seemed poised for international stardom. The singer was born in St. Catherine, Jamaica, on April 1, 1948, with the less prosaic name James Chambers. His talent was obvious from childhood, and he began his career appearing at local shows and parish fairs. ...
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Selected Discography:
  Album Title Released Label Price
Anthology



2003 Hip-O Records $13.98 2-CD Set
The Harder They Come/Sdtrk. (Remastered)



1973 Island $6.99
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Influences
The Impressions James Brown Smokey Robinson

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Jimmy Cliff/Soundtrack Bob Marley Lucky Dube Deniece Williams Cat Stevens

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