Gregory Isaacs

Gregory Anthony Isaacs

Reggae Singer, Songwriter, 'The Cool Ruler'

Born Jul 15, 1951

Kingston, Jamaica

Passed Away Oct 25, 2010 London, United Kingdom

Lifespan 59 years old

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"My music is about romance, reality, and respect."

Archival Overview

Celebrated Jamaican reggae singer and songwriter dubbed 'The Cool Ruler', whose smooth vocals and impeccable tailoring defined the Lovers Rock and roots reggae genres.

Biographical Record

Gregory Anthony Isaacs grew up in the Fletcher's Land community of Kingston, Jamaica. He launched his solo recording career in the early 1970s, establishing the African Museum record label and shop with singer Errol Dunkley to maintain artistic independence.

Isaacs became one of the most prolific and beloved voices in reggae history, recording over 70 studio albums. His 1982 album and single 'Night Nurse', recorded at Tuff Gong studios, became a worldwide reggae anthem, cementing his status as the undisputed master of lovers rock.

Key Life Milestones

1978

Cool Ruler Album Release

Released the definitive roots reggae album that gave him his lifelong nickname and international acclaim.

1982

Night Nurse

Released the smash hit album and title track, achieving monumental global crossover success.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial

Dovecot Memorial Park
Saint Catherine, Jamaica

                         GPS: 18.0267, -76.9208                    

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