Jesse Jender

Jesse Jendah, the Reggae artist, known for his bold actions and memorable music, has passed away on the 09 August 2023. Here are some details about his life and passing:

Cause of Death: Jesse Jendah had been battling a malignant brain tumor for a long time. He transitioned on a Monday afternoon at approximately 2:15 PM1.
Jesse Jendah made headlines in the summer of 1999 when he infamously offered a quarter pound of Westmoreland high-grade ganja to former Prime Minister PJ Patterson. At the time, cannabis was still criminalized in Jamaica. Despite the controversy, Jesse lived to see views and laws on cannabis change both in Jamaica and around the world. His music and actions left a lasting impact on the reggae community and beyond.

Some of his notable songs include “Mark of the Beast,” “Reparation,” “Leonard Howell,” “Rothschild Crash Bank,” “Weed Free,” “Kween Of The Morning Star,” “Rasta Love,” and “Sip Cup.” Jesse was also part of Philip ‘Fattis’ Burrell’s Xterminator camp in the 1990s, alongside artists like Luciano and Sizzla.

Jesse Jendah’s legacy will continue to resonate in the world of reggae music, and his bold spirit will be remembered by fans and fellow artists alike.