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Reggae united ww – Tarrus Riley “Mr Sing Singy and what he represents”
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Article by DRW (Jamaica)Tarrus is the son of veteran Jamaican singer Jimmy Riley. Formerly of the vocal trio “The Uniques” and his mother, a nurse name Lavern Tatham.
He recorded his first single at the age of thirteen for his father’s Love and Promotion Label.
His stage name was influenced by his mother, who suggested that he used his birth sign Taurus.
In 2004, he released his first album of his”Challenges” and it was around this time that he changed the spelling of hisstage name.
The album Challenges boasted some great hits such as “Barber Chair” and “Take me higher” which put his career into high gear. Two years later, he released his second album “Parables” another tremendous production.
The album had it’s share of chart toppers, “Can’t Sleep”, a rendition of John Legend’s “Stay With You” and lets never forget “She’s Royal”.
He quickly became a household name across the Caribbean.
This icon is one of the most conscious reggae artiste. He has consistently been awarded for his contribution to the industry.
Tarrus Riley received Best Singer of the year and Best of the year award both locally and internationally.
He is also the holder of the 15th Anniversary Award (2009) for the most Admired Song for the hit “She’s Royal”.
I represent reggae, live music and I want everyone to catch on to its positive good vibes”, are the words of this gifted artist.
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