Jimmy CliffJamaica |1944| EnglishJimmy Cliff, born James Chambers OM, is a Jamaican musical legend whose career spans ska, rocksteady, reggae, and soul. Passionate about music from a young age, he began writing songs in St. James. His breakthrough came at 14 with "Hurricane Hattie," produced by Leslie Kong. Signing with Island Records and moving to the UK in the late 1960s, he gained international acclaim with hits like "Waterfall," "Wonderful World, Beautiful People," and "Vietnam." His starring role in "The Harder They Come" in 1972 introduced reggae to a global audience. A Grammy winner, Jimmy Cliff's diverse music and films inspire generations, earning him a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.