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Internationally acclaimed Jamaican reggae singer Fantan Mojah has died at the age of 49 following complications related to a heart condition. The roots reggae artist passed away on Tuesday, July 14, at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in Kingston, Jamaica. He would have celebrated his 50th birthday on August 5.
Born Owen Lennox Moncrieffe, Fantan Mojah became known around the world for his spiritually driven and socially conscious reggae music, deeply influenced by the Rastafari movement. Throughout his career, he built a loyal international following with songs including Hail the King, Stronger, Hungry, Rasta Got Soul, and Nuh Build Great Man.
His breakthrough came with the release of his debut album Hail the King in 2005, which established him as one of the leading voices in modern roots reggae. The album’s success led to extensive tours across Europe and other parts of the world.
In recent years, Fantan Mojah had been battling serious heart problems. In 2024, he was hospitalized in Martinique after experiencing breathing difficulties and chest pains. Although his condition appeared to improve in early 2025, allowing him to resume performances in Europe, his health reportedly deteriorated rapidly over the past week.
According to his booking agent, the singer’s condition worsened shortly after returning from the United States. On the evening of his passing, he reportedly vomited blood before dying a short time later.
News of Fantan Mojah’s death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from artists, fans, and members of the international reggae community, who are remembering him for both his music and his enduring message of spirituality, unity, and social justice.
