Derrick Harriott, Pioneering Reggae Singer and Producer, Has Died

Reggae icon Derrick Harriott passes away at age 87; tributes pour in for 'Born To Love You' singer

Derrick Harriott, an iconic figure in the reggae music landscape, has sadly passed away at the age of 87. Starting in the vibrant 1960s with The Jiving Juniors, he later carved out a notable solo career filled with chart-topping hits. Harriott's influence extended globally, enhancing Jamaica's musical identity and earning him prestigious accolades, including the Order of Distinction and JaRIA's Lifetime Achievement Award.

Jamaica's Derrick Harriott Dies at 87

Derrick Harriott, the Jamaican singer and producer behind The Loser and hits for Dennis Brown, died at home on Saturday 24 October aged 87.

Derrick Harriott, pioneering reggae singer and producer, has died

Derrick Harriott, the pioneering ska, rocksteady and reggae singer and record producer, has died. He was 87. Dorrel Mattocks, operator of the Derrick Harriott Music Store, located in Twin Gates Plaza, St Andrew, confirmed to The Gleaner that the veteran singer died at home about 1am Saturday. "He was sick and was in and out of hospital,” said Mattocks. “He recently came out of hospital and was back home. When I got the call I drove straight to t…

Derrick Harriott Dead at Age 87 - World Music Views

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaican singer and record producer Derrick Harriott is dead at age 87. WMV understands that Harriott died early Saturday morning. Harriott, born Derrick Clifton Harriott on February 6, 1939, is celebrated for more than six decades of contributions to ska, rocksteady and reggae. From his beginnings with the Jiving Juniors in 1958 to his successful solo career and influential work as a producer, Harriott helped shape the devel…