Reggae’s idol, Cocoa Tea died at the age of 65 after cardiac arrest.

Tea’s death was confirmed by his wife Malvia Scott, who shared with The Gleaner that her husband died on Tuesday, March 11 at 4:46 am.

Scott revealed that her husband died after a heart attack in a hospital in Broward, FT Lauderdale, Florida.

THE Jamaican – His real name is Colvin Scott – He suffered from health problems at the time of his death.

Tea fought with pneumonia for the past six months and in 2019 he was diagnosed with lymphoma.

“I called early this morning to tell him he had been taken to the hospital … which is about five minutes away … because he vomited. Originally diagnosed with lymphoma in 2019, but in the last six months it has struggled with pneumonia“, He told the report.

Scott said her husband remained “positive” after his diagnosis – a stance that kept his death.

“He was definitely very brave, “he said. “It was positive in all this. About three weeks ago when he was admitted to the hospital he asked me if I was worried and told him “I always worry”. He told me not to worry because everything will go well. Was always very promising“

A wave of farewell publications was posted on social media after the news of Tea’s death.

Andrew Holness, the prime minister of Jamaica, praised Tea’s musical talent and polite personality.

“I express condolences to the family, friends and supporters of Calvin George Scott, known as Cocoa Tea“, Holness published in X.”His smooth vocals and fascinating lyrics gave us timeless classic such as “Rocking Dolly” and “I Lost My Sonia”, songs that have become hymns in our cultural landscape..

In addition to his genius music, Cocoa Tea was a beacon of kindness and generosity, constantly lifting the less lucky and embodied the warmth of our nation. Cocoa Tea’s influence expanded beyond our shores, touching hearts worldwide and fastening Jamaica’s position on the world music scene.

“As we mourn his death, let us celebrate the rich legacy he leaves behind, a legacy of melody, compassion and cultural pride. May his soul rest in eternal peace ”