Tributes about the impact he made in his hit song “I Can See Clearly Now” have been pouring in following the announcement of the death of American singer and songwriter, Johnny Nash, Wednesday.
Nash who is most popular for his 1972 chart-topper, I Can See Clearly Now, died of natural causes at the age of 80 in his hometown in Houston, Texas, as revealed by his son, Johnny Nash Jr.
It was reported that the deceased’s career started in 1950 and he was the first to bring Jamaican reggae music to American audiences. It was also gathered that Nash helped his friend, Bob Marley, launch his career.
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Interestingly, Nash’s most popular song, I Can See Clearly Now, was said to have been written by the music star after he recovered from cataract surgery.
Covers of the song were later made by many artistes including the legendary Ray Charles, Donny Osmond and Jimmy Cliff.
Despite the success of the “I Can See Clearly Now” song, Nash rarely ever topped charts again and was practically out of the business by the 1990s.
The late singer was reportedly married three times and he was survived by his son, daughter and third wife, Carli.
May his soul Rest in Peace!
Read some of the Tributes:
American song writer reggae artiste, Jonny Nash dies at 80.
Good night Johnny, you were known for your song, “I can see clearly that the rain is gone.” Now you are gone but your fine work of art would be here for a very long time to come. Thanks for coming here Jonny. https://t.co/uwmQtPhXk8.@DAYOEMMANUEL2
Sad day, losing Jonny Nash and Eddie Van Halen in one day. RIP both. You’re legends.@1paulnelson
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#RestInPeace
#JohnnyNash
1940. 8. 19. – 2020. 10. 6
Jonny Nash, Singer & Writer of ‘I Can See Clearly Now’, Dies at 80
Johnny Nash – I Can See Clearly Now https://t.co/IHOFhahNyY https://t.co/z6MhzDlqU1@Patties_Ron
Won’t it be great when we can all sing the words of Jonny Nash’s best known song
I can see clearly now the rain is gone
I can see all obstacles in my way
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
It’s gonna be a bright
Bright (bright) sunshiny day
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In the words of Jonny Nash “There are more questions than answers…………..”Alex Salmond inquiry: Nicola Sturgeon reveals she wanted to help ‘a friend in distress’ | The Scotsman https://t.co/wDe9tcCKT6@thebruce2018
2020 Wow! Two amazing artists in one day! Grim Reaper you rough sah. The great Jonny Nash too?@NadineSutherlan
May heaven hold him tight! DanSteggall
RIPti two brilliant music legends 💙💙🎸🎶🎤Eddie Van Halen and Jonny Nash x.@MaryAylward13
