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Respected as a composer, lyricist and singer Ernie Smith has a deep, rich voice that draws comparisons to Neil Diamond and Cat Stevens.

Jamaican born reggae musician Ernie Smith comes to you with a catalogue spanning decades, 20 Albums, countless live performances and a significant fan base. Ernie Smith's professional musical career began with his first recording in 1967. An original composition and recording - "I Can't Take It" which was later recorded by Johnny Nash as "Tears On My Pillow".

Hits followed in quick succession, including "Bend Down", "Ride On Sammy", "One Dream", "Pitta Patta" and "Duppy Gunman". Ernie has written over 200 songs, some of which have been recorded by other artists, including Johnny Nash, Rita Marley, Chakka Demus and Pliers, Sanchez, Twiggy, Ken Lazarus, John Jones, Judy Boucher, Goldie Hawn, Eddie Lovette, Yellowman among others.