May 26, 2006
Desmond Dekker drops dead at 65
Reggae legend Desmond Dekker has died suddenly from a heart attack, his manager has announced. RIP Israelite man
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He was great. 'Israelites' is one of the greatest songs ever, super catchy, great lyrics, play it to anyone they'll love it. .
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Israelites -- check it here.
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. i ate with dekker once, after a gig a friend was involved in promoting. a great performer and genuinely decent bloke.
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Rest well, Desmond.
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I saw him play when I was at uni. He was brilliant. A real sad loss.
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They played him at the wedding I was at last week. Awesome.
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This blows. I am sad.
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Aw, dammit. I love Jamaican ska, and Dekker was right up there-- 007 Shantytown was a fine song. He will be missed.
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Why do all great Reggae singers die young?
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Sad -- his music gave pleasure to many.