Johnny Nash

Johnny Nash, originally from Houston, Texas, made a significant impact on the mainstream acceptance of reggae with his 1972 hit "I Can See Clearly Now." Nash, who started in R&B, achieved international success with the song and continued to be popular, especially in England, throughout the 1970s. Despite a period of retirement from recording, he made occasional live appearances until his passing in 2020 at the age of 80.

Beginning his career in the late 1950s, Nash gained attention with hits like "A Very Special Love" and "The Teen Commandments." He experienced a resurgence in the mid-1960s with "Let's Move and Groove Together" and found success in Jamaica with the ska-influenced "Hold Me Tight." His collaborations with artists like Bob Marley and Sam Cooke further solidified his place in music history. Nash's legacy includes his chart-topping singles and his contributions to the music industry, leaving a lasting impact on reggae and pop music.