The singer, born in the village of Rocky Point, Jamaica, was known for a romantic voice that shaped and shifted with generations of dancehall and lovers rock.

Cocoa Tea, a celebrated reggae singer and songwriter, has died. He was 65. "I extend condolences to the family, friends, and supporters of Calvin George Scott, affectionately known as Cocoa Tea," Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness wrote in a post on Instagram Tuesday.

Renowned Jamaican reggae artist Colvin Scott, popularly known as Cocoa Tea, has passed away at the age of 65. The singer died on Tuesday morning at a hospital in Florida following a cardiac arrest, his wife Malvia Scott confirmed to the Jamaica Gleaner.

ICONIC Jamaican singer-songwriter Cocoa Tea, best known for his 90s hit song Riker’s Island, has died aged 65. The reggae singer, born Calvin Scott, passed away early on Tuesday morning at a

Cocoa Tea’s music remains a staple in reggae, proving that great music never fades. Whether he was singing about love, social issues, or pure positivity, his voice and lyrics left an indelible mark on the genre.

The Jamaican singer released countless singles in the 1980s and 1990s and regained popularity in 2008 with his political single “Barack Obama”

Reggae icon Cocoa Tea has passed away on March 11 at the age of 65 following a battle with cancer. His wife confirmed the news of his death.