Happy 80th birthday today to reggae legend Jimmy Cliff (born 7/30/44). Cliff is known for his socially conscious lyrics and for songs like “Many Rivers to Cross,” “Sitting in Limbo,” and “Wonderful World, Beautiful People,” which touch on themes of struggle, hope, and resilience. Clifff’s 1973 soundtrack album The Harder They Come is significant as it served as a cornerstone for reggae’s international appeal. Watch the vocal master perform live in ’75…
