Jamaican reggae singer Fantan Mojah has died at the age of 49, leaving fans and the reggae community mourning the loss of a powerful voice known for his uplifting music and Rastafarian-inspired messages.

The singer passed away just weeks before his 50th birthday.

According to Caribbean National Weekly, the Rastafarian entertainer died on Tuesday evening at the University Hospital of the West Indies in Kingston after suffering complications related to his heart.About Fantan Mojah Born Owen Lennox Moncrieffe, Fantan Mojah became known globally through his distinctive reggae style and songs that focused on positivity, spirituality, and social consciousness.

Over the years, he emerged as one of the contemporary reggae artists who moved away from negative themes often associated with parts of dancehall music and instead focused on messages of hope and faith.

Before making a name for himself as a recording artist, Fantan Mojah gained experience by working with a travelling sound system.