He is the true Reggae Ambassador - the last surviving icon of reggae music, has earned his Musical Innovator, Singer/ Songwriter, Actor titles over an illustrious career in the 20th Century and into the 21st. Born in St. James, Jamaica, the young man who wanted to simply express himself through music and acting has gone on to influence an eclectic mix of artists from Bruce Springsteen, Jimmy and Paul Simon, to the Clash and Sublime. Known for his easy, pop-friendly reggae style as well as harder-edged tunes with social and political lyrics and earnest voice, Jimmy Cliff has put his signature sound on some familiar hits. :: Full Story ::