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Delroy Wilson

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Delroy George Wilson, born on October 5, 1948, was a Jamaican singer known for his contributions to ska, rocksteady, and reggae music. He began his recording career at 13, releasing his first single "Emy Lou" in 1962 under producer Clement "Coxsone" Dodd. Wilson continued his career with various labels, including Dynamic Sounds and Charmers. Notable songs include "Better Must Come" (1971), which became a campaign song for Michael Manley's People's National Party in 1972, and "Cool Operator" (1977). Delroy George Wilson died on March 6, 1995, due to complications from cirrhosis of the liver. In 2013, he was posthumously awarded the Order of Distinction by the Jamaican Government.
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