Jimmy Cliff

Jamaica, 1962–now

Jamaican singer and actor whose film The Harder They Come and its soundtrack, along with 'Many Rivers to Cross', introduced reggae to audiences outside Jamaica.

MusicRoots documents 2 artists who influenced Jimmy Cliff and 0 artists Jimmy Cliff influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced Jimmy Cliff?

• Sam Cooke — Cliff broadened into soul and R&B — Sam Cooke's gospel-soul grace among the American voices that shaped his singing.
• Fats Domino — The New Orleans R&B of Fats Domino was among the American sounds feeding Cliff's early ska and reggae.