About Prince Jazzbo
Lived 1951 – 2013 (aged 62). Prince Jazzbo was a Jamaican singer.
Linval Roy Carter (3 September 1951 – 11 September 2013), He began recording with Coxsone Dodd's Studio One label in the early 1970s under the name Prince Jazzbo, and also recorded for Glen Brown and Lee "Scratch" Perry.
Prince Jazzbo's early work with Clement "Coxsone" Dodd at Studio One produced several hits in 1972–1974 including: "School", "Fool For Love" and "Imperial I". His first hit in 1972 with Coxsone though was a version of Horace Andy's "Skylarking", which he re-worked as "Crabwalking". He ran the Ujama record label for many years. His very last message to the world and testament tune is known as 'All Haffi Bow' on a Ujama style riddim cut produced by AIRPUFF Records on 6 September 2013.
Death Carter died on 11 September 2013, aged 62, of lung cancer.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Prince Jazzbo?
Jamaican reggae deejay (1951–2013)
When was Prince Jazzbo born?
Prince Jazzbo was born on 3 September 1951 in Clarendon Parish.
When did Prince Jazzbo die?
Prince Jazzbo died on 11 September 2013 in Saint Catherine Parish.
What was Prince Jazzbo's occupation?
Prince Jazzbo was a singer.
What nationality was Prince Jazzbo?
Prince Jazzbo was Jamaican.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Prince Jazzbo. https://biography.guide/prince-jazzbo/
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