The Hall finally confirmed Toots is getting his induction. It feels like a long road has finally ended but we proved that his legacy could not be ignored any longer. Keep spinning those records and remember who paved the way.
February 5, 2021
Final supporters
Frederick “Toots” Hibbert belongs in the Rock & Roll Hall of
Fame. Not only did he create the word “reggae” in his 1968 song “Do the
Reggay,” but he was also featured in the groundbreaking film The Harder
They Come, alongside good friend and Hall of Fame inductee Jimmy Cliff.
Toots sped through a 60-year career that careened from one triumph to another, limning the day-to-day levity of the sufferers in all their bittersweet glory. As a British encyclopedia once wrote: “No artist ever painted a broader and truer canvas of daily life in Jamaica than Toots. The full-blooded celebrations of ‘Sweet and Dandy’; the screaming cry against injustice in ‘54-46’; the harsh strains of ghetto life in ‘Pressure Drop’; the sheer exuberance of first love in ‘It’s You’; the happy companionship of ‘Never You Change’; the ever-present threat of violence described in ‘Bam Bam’.”
Often referred to as “The Otis Redding of Jamaica,” Rolling
Stone included Toots in their list of the Greatest Vocalists of All
Time. Recording greats jumped at his invitation to record together: Keith
Richards, Bonnie Raitt, Eric Clapton, Gwen Stefani, Willie Nelson, and a 2020
collaboration with Ringo Starr, to name a few. Toots’ latest album Got
to Be Tough (co-produced by Zak Starkey, Ringo’s son), was released
two weeks prior to his passing from COVID-19. As a final tribute, Got
to Be Tough is nominated for 2020’s Best Reggae Album Grammy Award.
Asked if Toots’ work bears comparison to others already in the Rock Hall,
guitarist Warren Haynes says Toots “stands among the giants, like Otis, Ray
Charles, Solomon Burke, Jackie Wilson, and Sam Cooke.” Ziggy Marley calls him
“a father figure.” Trey Anastasio concurs: “Like so many people, I’ve loved his
music my entire life. It was ubiquitous, playing at parties and gatherings. It
felt like an element, like air."
Please, join in and add your voice to everyone petitioning the Rock & Roll
Hall of Fame to induct the unforgettable music legend Toots Hibbert. We ask
that you share this information and link with family, friends, and everybody
who feels the same way!
Updates
Reached 5,000 supporters
January 18, 2021
November 5, 2020
The halls of power are quiet and the process of getting them to acknowledge Toots feels endless. I am exhausted by the silence from the committee but I am not walking away from this fight.
October 7, 2020
Reaching one thousand signatures feels heavy today because it shows so many people still hold Toots in their hearts. This fight is exhausting but seeing these names makes me believe we might actually get someone to listen.
Reached 1,000 supporters
October 6, 2020
October 4, 2020
One hundred people have signed on to recognize what Toots gave the world. It feels like a small start against the long shadow of his legacy but I am holding onto the fact that this many people still care.
Reached 100 supporters
October 2, 2020
3,677 Comments
Toots & The Maytals have been a bedrock and the foundation on which ska, rock steady amd reggae were built. They have toured the world taking their measage of peace and love to all races and many nations. They should be inducted in the Hall of Fame
Mr FREDERICK HIBBERT, aka TOOTS was our rhythmic heartbeat ever since 1975 and viewing THe Harder They Come, and hearing his voice in Sweet & Dandy. A G.O.A.T. for the world, no question Photographed him at dozen performances in JA & USA since 1980s JAH BLESS,
He is the artist I was able to see live more than any other international artist of any genre over the past three decades. He was committed to sharing roots reggae music in communities of music and shared spirit. He was not aloof, he was a rocker.
"The Harder They Come" soundtrack had a significant impact on many rock musicians when it came out and Toots was a star on that soundtrack. His impact on rock music is unquestionable--much more than others who have already been inducted.
He created reggae after being a pioneer of ska and rocksteady . Iconic . Soulful sound .A privilege to see him in concert a few times even well into his 70s. His Maytals who ever ever present throughout his career also deserve to be nominated !!
Toots belong in R and R hall of fame
Toots no solo era un cantante de Reggae, sino tambien de Soul y Crounty. Los que lo vimos en vivo sabemos quenpodia rockear mas que muchos.
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The Hall finally confirmed Toots is getting his induction. It feels like a long road has finally ended but we proved that his legacy could not be ignored any longer. Keep spinning those records and remember who paved the way.
February 5, 2021
Final supporters
Frederick “Toots” Hibbert belongs in the Rock & Roll Hall of
Fame. Not only did he create the word “reggae” in his 1968 song “Do the
Reggay,” but he was also featured in the groundbreaking film The Harder
They Come, alongside good friend and Hall of Fame inductee Jimmy Cliff.
Toots sped through a 60-year career that careened from one triumph to another, limning the day-to-day levity of the sufferers in all their bittersweet glory. As a British encyclopedia once wrote: “No artist ever painted a broader and truer canvas of daily life in Jamaica than Toots. The full-blooded celebrations of ‘Sweet and Dandy’; the screaming cry against injustice in ‘54-46’; the harsh strains of ghetto life in ‘Pressure Drop’; the sheer exuberance of first love in ‘It’s You’; the happy companionship of ‘Never You Change’; the ever-present threat of violence described in ‘Bam Bam’.”
Often referred to as “The Otis Redding of Jamaica,” Rolling
Stone included Toots in their list of the Greatest Vocalists of All
Time. Recording greats jumped at his invitation to record together: Keith
Richards, Bonnie Raitt, Eric Clapton, Gwen Stefani, Willie Nelson, and a 2020
collaboration with Ringo Starr, to name a few. Toots’ latest album Got
to Be Tough (co-produced by Zak Starkey, Ringo’s son), was released
two weeks prior to his passing from COVID-19. As a final tribute, Got
to Be Tough is nominated for 2020’s Best Reggae Album Grammy Award.
Asked if Toots’ work bears comparison to others already in the Rock Hall,
guitarist Warren Haynes says Toots “stands among the giants, like Otis, Ray
Charles, Solomon Burke, Jackie Wilson, and Sam Cooke.” Ziggy Marley calls him
“a father figure.” Trey Anastasio concurs: “Like so many people, I’ve loved his
music my entire life. It was ubiquitous, playing at parties and gatherings. It
felt like an element, like air."
Please, join in and add your voice to everyone petitioning the Rock & Roll
Hall of Fame to induct the unforgettable music legend Toots Hibbert. We ask
that you share this information and link with family, friends, and everybody
who feels the same way!
Updates
Reached 5,000 supporters
January 18, 2021
November 5, 2020
The halls of power are quiet and the process of getting them to acknowledge Toots feels endless. I am exhausted by the silence from the committee but I am not walking away from this fight.
October 7, 2020
Reaching one thousand signatures feels heavy today because it shows so many people still hold Toots in their hearts. This fight is exhausting but seeing these names makes me believe we might actually get someone to listen.
Reached 1,000 supporters
October 6, 2020
October 4, 2020
One hundred people have signed on to recognize what Toots gave the world. It feels like a small start against the long shadow of his legacy but I am holding onto the fact that this many people still care.
Reached 100 supporters
October 2, 2020
3,677 Comments
Toots Hibbert of Toots and the Maytals was a huge influence on many of the biggest rock and roll acts such as The Rolling Stones, Bonnie Raitt, etc. The best deserve to be inducted, and he is definitely one of the best. He’s up there with Otis Redding.
Toots & The Maytals have been a bedrock and the foundation on which ska, rock steady amd reggae were built. They have toured the world taking their measage of peace and love to all races and many nations. They should be inducted in the Hall of Fame
Mr FREDERICK HIBBERT, aka TOOTS was our rhythmic heartbeat ever since 1975 and viewing THe Harder They Come, and hearing his voice in Sweet & Dandy. A G.O.A.T. for the world, no question Photographed him at dozen performances in JA & USA since 1980s JAH BLESS,
He is the artist I was able to see live more than any other international artist of any genre over the past three decades. He was committed to sharing roots reggae music in communities of music and shared spirit. He was not aloof, he was a rocker.
"The Harder They Come" soundtrack had a significant impact on many rock musicians when it came out and Toots was a star on that soundtrack. His impact on rock music is unquestionable--much more than others who have already been inducted.
He created reggae after being a pioneer of ska and rocksteady . Iconic . Soulful sound .A privilege to see him in concert a few times even well into his 70s. His Maytals who ever ever present throughout his career also deserve to be nominated !!
Toots belong in R and R hall of fame
Toots no solo era un cantante de Reggae, sino tambien de Soul y Crounty. Los que lo vimos en vivo sabemos quenpodia rockear mas que muchos.
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Toots Hibbert of Toots and the Maytals was a huge influence on many of the biggest rock and roll acts such as The Rolling Stones, Bonnie Raitt, etc. The best deserve to be inducted, and he is definitely one of the best. He’s up there with Otis Redding.