Mikey Smith

Poet

Birthday September 14, 1954

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace Jamaica

DEATH DATE Aug 17, 1983 (28)

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About

One of the most famous Jamaican dub poets, he is known for his songs "Mi Cyann Believe It" and "Roots". He and his music had left-anarchist leanings and Rastafarian sympathies, and he was very vocal on his politics.

Before Fame

He studied at Kingston College and the Jamaican School of Drama.

Trivia

He is the subject of Peter Ashbourne's opera "Reggae Opera Mikey".

Family Life

He was the son of a mason and a factory worker.

Associated With

He often performed with Gregory Isaacs.