Joseph Benjamin Higgs, born on June 3, 1940, in Jamaica, was a musician known for his contributions to reggae music. Higgs' music often reflected his experiences growing up in impoverished areas like Trenchtown, addressing themes of struggle and freedom. He began his career as part of the duo Higgs and Wilson with Roy Wilson, recording their first single "Oh Manny Oh" in 1958. After Wilson's emigration in 1964, Higgs pursued a solo career and mentored young musicians such as Bob Marley and Jimmy Cliff. His debut album Life of Contradiction was recorded in 1972 but remained unreleased until 1975. Subsequent albums include Triumph! (1985) and Family (1988). He died on December 18, 1999, from cancer at Kaiser Hospital in Los Angeles.
