Jamaican reggae artiste Fantan Mojah has passed away at the age of 49, just weeks before his 50th birthday, bringing to an end a music career that inspired fans with its strong Rastafarian message and spiritually driven lyrics.

The acclaimed singer passed away on Tuesday evening at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in Kingston after reportedly developing heart-related complications.

His death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from fans and members of the reggae fraternity, who have remembered him as a passionate performer and influential voice in conscious reggae music.

According to reports, Fantan Mojah’s health declined rapidly in the days leading up to his death. His longtime booking agent, Vertex, said the singer had appeared to be in good health after returning from the United States but became seriously ill over the past week.

“Since he came back from the United States, he was hearty, but over the past week he started to ‘tek down’ and he was admitted to the UHWI,” Vertex said. “Last night, he was vomiting blood, and that was it. He passed away.”

The reggae star, who was reportedly the father of at least five children, had been making preparations for a performance at this year’s Reggae Jam Festival in Germany. Reports indicate that his Schengen visas for the event had recently been approved, raising hopes that he would soon return to the international stage.

Friends close to the musician said he spent his final days in Portmore, where his deteriorating health limited his mobility and ability to carry out normal activities.

Fantan Mojah earned widespread recognition for his conscious reggae sound and unwavering commitment to Rastafarian values. His music resonated with audiences both in Jamaica and internationally, making him one of the respected voices in modern roots reggae.

His death marks a significant loss to the reggae community, with fans remembering him for a legacy of music that promoted faith, unity and positive social change.