About Bob Andy
Lived 1944 – 2020 (aged 75). Bob Andy was a Jamaican singer and songwriter.
Keith Anderson (28 October 1944 – 27 March 2020), better known by the stage name Bob Andy, was a Jamaican reggae vocalist and songwriter. He was widely regarded as one of reggae's most influential songwriters.
Discography Albums Bob Andy's Song Book (1970), Studio One Lots of Love and I (1978), High Note Friends (1983), I-Anka Freely (1988), I-Anka Bob Andy's Dub Book (1994), I-Anka Hanging Tough (1997), VP Reggae Land (2006), Upstairs Music
Songwriting credits "Check It Out" – Tony Rebel "Feel Like Jumping" – Marcia Griffiths "Fire Burning" – Tony Rebel, Marcia Griffiths "Half Idiot" – Cutty Ranks "I've Got to Go Back Home" – Freddie McGregor "Melody Life" – Steely & Clevie "My Time" – Gregory Isaacs, Barrington Levy, Ocean Colour Scene "Peace of Mind" – Harry J & His Friends "Really Together" – Jeb Loy Nichols "The Right Track" – Mickey General "Too Experienced" – The Bonedaddys, Ms. Dynamite "Unchained" – Sanchez
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Andy?
Jamaican vocalist and songwriter
When was Bob Andy born?
Bob Andy was born on 28 October 1944 in Kingston.
When did Bob Andy die?
Bob Andy died on 27 March 2020 in Kingston.
What was Bob Andy's occupation?
Bob Andy was a singer and songwriter.
What nationality was Bob Andy?
Bob Andy was Jamaican.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Andy. https://biography.guide/bob-andy/
MLA: "Bob Andy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-andy/.
Chicago: "Bob Andy." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-andy/.
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