Jamaican Reggae Icon Jimmy Cliff Passes AwayCEFR A1
25 Nov 2025
Adapted from Emma Lewis, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Royce Fonseca, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
- Jimmy Cliff was a famous Jamaican reggae singer.
- He died at age 81 from pneumonia.
- His wife shared the news on social media.
- Many people loved his music and supported him.
- He was born James Chambers in 1944.
- He became a star in the 1970s.
Difficult words
- singer — A person who makes music with their voice.
- famous — Well-known and liked by many people.
- music — Sounds organized in a way that people enjoy.
- social media — Websites to share information and connect with others.
- supported — Helped someone or something.
- pneumonia — A serious illness that affects the lungs.
- star — A very famous person in entertainment.
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Discussion questions
- What do you think about Jimmy Cliff's music?
- Why do you think his music was loved by many?
- Do you use social media to share news? Why or why not?
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