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Legendary Reggae Singer, Majek Fashek Dies At 57

Nigerian singer-songwriter and guitarist, Majekodunmi Fasheke popularly generally known as Majek Fashek is dead.

Although the reason for the music legend’s demise is still unclear for the time being.

He died in a hospital in New York within the late hours of Monday June 1.

Cynthia Morgan’s former manager, Joy Tongo confirmed Majek Fashek’s death wrote on Instagram; Legendary musician, Mr. Majek Fashek passed on today in New York City.

Majek Fashek was a talented man from my home city Benin City, Edo State. RIP Majek Fashek’s manager, Omenka Uzoma also confirmed his demise.

He nevertheless called for celebration of the legend’s achievements in a brief video.

Majek Fashek is best known for the 1988 album Prisoner of Conscience, which included the a number of award-winning single “Send Down the Rain”.

Before his demise, he worked with numerous artists worldwide, together with Tracy Chapman, Jimmy Cliff, Michael Jackson, Snoop Dogg and Beyoncé.