Alton Ellis Funeral

The passing of a Legend

[@wingnutwally]

there will never be another Alton. I listen to him every day

[@Reggaesoul5446]

The first gig I ever took my wife to was Alton Ellis in Southamptin circa 1970. Then met him in Dub Vendor about 1985 ish. Great humility, so polite and upfull. Simply the best male vocalist Jamaica has ever produced. RIP Mr. Ellis, you are sadly missed.

[@armandoolivares1123]

Thank you Alton for the joy and the experience you gave us I greatly appreciate the beauty of your music and I thank god for giving all of us your sound and the feeling it opened up inside all of us god bless you for the music you left us it will always b a part of us.. P. S.. Laugh, hustle ,live life and always stay true to yourself and everything you do.

[@antonetteanderson750]

I see my favourite band.. I wish I had gotten the chance to experience one of Alton's live show.. He was a great man and his music lives on today.. I play his songs daily and people always saying I am tooyoung to love old music but thats where the good music is... Old school good music never gets old... sleep in peace Sir Ellis

[@aliciamirelleemmanuel8965]

Is that Fab 5 playing in the background?

[@marizetecerqueira1644]

I love his songs! I'm always moved! I would also love to have gone to a show of this idol that conveyed a wonderful energy. Thank you for the songs you left, they make my day! S2 S2

[@annmariealexis3659]

What a great loss. Such a beautiful voice. Thank you soooooooo much for the music.. What a way to remember you by!🙏🏾

[@italrel]

RIP King of Rock Steady; for me you're the greatest singer ever.

[@Zlervo]

Funeral in Jamaica is mostly a joyous occasion as we believe the person has gone off to start a new life. I remeber when my father died evryone sang and danced til morning, no crying at all.

[@louisescott2900]

you are so right a funeral in Jamaica is like a joyous accasion you don't have time to cry it's like a new beginning.

[@marizetecerqueira1644]

Death is not the end but the beginning!

[@haatpraat530]

Saw Mr Ellis in Utrecht, Holland about a month before he sadly passed away. What a performance and what a man.

[@coconut1983pc]

His music will never die.

[@yvonnewhite1903]

coconut1983pc Lord me God me noble ben no say mr. Alton ellis pass. And. Why alcapone was singing mosquito 1 mosquito 2 mosquito jump in the hot coullau sent mosquito fe put out de lamb de mosquito use him bottom to put out de light wat a fuckery song that. 😀😀😀😀😀😥

[@famtho]

RIP Alton Ellis. I watched one of your last performances in Utrecht, Holland with the Dutch Band the High Notes. Incredible show!! I'm of Jamaican heritage and also coming up to the stage in life where the generation above me are leaving us. Jamaican people as you see celebrate someone's life and its so typical to have a funeral life this. Its the way I want to go out.

[@chasitymichelle9019]

I do wish I was blessed to see him perform but his beautiful soulful voice will forever live on. Rest in peace to the godfather of Rocksteady. THE KING!

[@jigga1981]

When I found out Mr Alton Ellis was taken away from us by Father God I cried cause he has done so much for reggae music....It was a sad day all over the world when Alton Passed but his music and his vibes will live on through us forever!

[@727san]

Came from Scotland to Harlesden and Ladbroke Grove and the magical, one and only Alton Ellis, touched my soul forever. RIEP XX

[@alfredmccalla7763]

727san

[@javipanca]

He Lives for ever in his Music.

[@escotty3385]

I saw Alton and many other artists back in Ja throughout the 1950's and into early 60's. At that time there was a Christmas show at Carib Theater and there is where they would all show their wares. Along with Vere Johns Oppty hour at Gaiety, Palace and Rialto theaters. Of course there were many other venues but these are the ones I visited. I can recall those Histories way before Dennis Brown, Burning Spear, John Holt and many others.

[@torbentulani6814]

Yes Alton!! rest in power, thank you for your beautiful music!! bless up

[@zizibingi]

One of the true pioneers of reggae.

[@MrRobbieandbobby]

One of the great vocalist from Jamaica,

[@mrsoulie]

What a sad day ,rip Alton . Utmost thanks and respect for this post. Got a tear in my eye. Had some great times being brought up with his music.big hello Jamaica xx

[@junereid8751]

RIP ALTON ELLIS.

[@daisypowponne7529]

One of my all time favourite Artis, I actually named my son after the great man....

[@giuseppelogiurato5718]

Daisy Powponne that's wonderful! what an honor to named after such a great artist. I have have always thought the name "Alton" is very nice and dignified, although I don't think I'll name any of my kids after his sister; "Hortense", as much as I like her music... I just couldn't do that to a little girl! 😋

[@anaidzenun3226]

Todas las ñoras sesentonas si no es que más a todo lo que da!!!! El funeral más prendido que jamás he visto!!! Todo un concierto!!

[@lardsah]

A legend; a true legend whose legacy will continue to inspire and influence the next generation of musical superstars. R.I.P Mr Alton Ellis.

[@italrel]

One of the few reggae artists I did not see, his music lives on forever.

[@buntik1687]

Sending off a fine man in fine style. A stalwart man the Great Alton Ellis!

[@normanbrown9225]

I have seen Alton on Stage and off Stage even in the Studio and he was just the same genuine person, Alton gave me the best advice when I was recording a song with a little problem, then Alton said to Me; Don't rush the rhythm, Just Ride it. Ride the rhythm.

[@user-lt4pb7jx8n]

Rest In" ETERNAL PEACE" Mr. ROCKSTEADY OF JAMDOWN Jah Bless😇🙏🏾🇯🇲🇬🇧🎉

[@user-lt4pb7jx8n]

Thank You 😊👍🏽

[@highrealm]

The majestic dignity of Jamaicans on display.

[@vivineshepherd1234]

was at his last show in Manhattan perform with his son Christopher was so 👍 good

[@angiesancoco88]

A 8 años,grande Alton

[@thiagobento495]

Jah

[@Ed-pr3ud]

Si daudades

[@karlosrules]

couldnt have said it better myslef...he is missed... a true entertainer in every form..

[@Aatifah]

wow man the passing of another great legend first Dennis Brown now Alton Ellis? soon all the true artists gwan gone and all only the slackness dj gwan be left

[@jhonnymc6781]

por siempre

[@msteezneez]

still miss u grandad!!!

[@wendyjones1422]

One of my favourite artists

[@empressdrean1984]

elder u gone but you still b in our hearts... RIP.. mr Ellis...

[@courtneyscott1874]

R.I.P Mr. Alton Ellis 🎵🎤🎵🎤☹😭😘

[@rodrigofreddyrodriguezcant8853]

like si en pleno 2021 aun te duele ver este video :c

[@Jucifer420]

The legends continue to teach us lesser mortals day by day an inspiration for many and for maNy years to come peace ;)

[@Gab144000]

all we miss him give thanks

[@swampipampi]

Thank you alton see you next live Bless your family friends fans everybody one love

[@friscomoonstompers]

Rest in Peace mister! Thanks for all!

[@kerrykingston738]

Aww I saw him at children mother funeral in London England 🇬🇧

[@akasha8239]

REST IN POWER ❤💛💚🖤🙏🏾🙏

[@BUZWAKK]

R.I.P Mr Rock Steady King, Your missed but not forgotten. You still live on in ur son Christopher. FiFi

[@TFCHooligan69]

Rest in Peace, Mr. Ellis, and thank you.

[@GroundhogOZ]

R.I.P. Godfather ... I'm glad I have experienced him live before he passed

[@coloneldjahngostomper]

REST IN ZION, TRUE LEGEND! GREAT ELLIS! ETERNAL

[@SKATANIAONTHEROAD]

Rest in Peace King! Skatania'll remember you in every dancehall

[@supertiare]

max respect for one of the best. r.i.p.

[@barryklus]

just sang one of his tunes at a concert a week ago

[@carolhotlikelavatrusty8996]

Saw him performing live many times Alton Ellis God father of Rocksteady

[@italrel]

I miss you Alton.

[@123gogary]

Thank you Jamacian Gleaner Respect JA & Alton Ellis for all the memories given to the rest of world. 123gogary - Reggae

[@RudeDocta]

r.i.p. zio Alton

[@123gogary]

Oct 10 Alton Day will always be a celebration of his life & music..........Just like everyday. RIP 123gogary - Reggae Amen

[@ANISTAZImetal]

precious Alton !

[@skullmau7510]

Forever alton Ellis

[@sandywilliams6439]

rip Alton Ellis

[@mronelove]

Alton Ellis, thank you.....

[@H1ghtm4r3]

@selassie391 the first one is "Joy in the morning" and then it's "My willow tree"

[@nmy64]

Can anyone tell me what's the title of the song from Alcapone. Love this video by the way

[@Mente_Universal]

Alton Ellis 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@JBuZy507]

whats the name of the first song playing?

[@djdustersm]

Ayuda!!!! como se llama la cancion con la que inicia el video...00.00 -00:28 se los agradeceria

[@deloreansk8355]

Sé el nombre de la canción

[@LayeDiaw]

What’s the song cover of George Nooks?

[@959623]

where was this? RIP Alton Ellis.

[@wendyjones1422]

Love George nooks artists

[@leomedina2162]

Hermosa manera de partir

[@uzumakiforce]

The Immortal Ellis, the voice of rocksteady.

[@jahjah801]

whats the first song called?

[@josealves15]

o brasil sente sua falta...

[@AzucaNegra16]

Dennis Alcapone!!!

[@jennyrobinson3583]

rest in peace my freind

[@keetyroots]

RIP Alton Ellis!

[@nasius]

rest in peace! ! ! !

[@adrianammar311]

Cry touch :( 💚💛💔

[@Aatifah]

wow RIP another legend gone leaving the legacy to these slackness chat deejays

[@dawnempress5014]

🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🙏🙏🙏🕊🕊💫💫💫💫✨️✨️✨️🏆❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@Zlervo]

Who's that at about 5:07

[@lordkoos]

Alton, Delroy Wilson, were the tops

[@nadar03]

is not that Roza Rose in a red shirt??? in 4:03

[@jenildocomceicao9592]

ele morreu de que

[@dicetheboss7732]

R.I.P. MASTER

[@jimmieskaggs]

RIP

[@djgenius626]

The person videoing this is star struck, smh

[@ExoticLady2]

LoL...Only In Jamaican You Can Have Dance inna Church Like This & It's Okkkkkkkkkkk......Fe Real..... God Bless

[@bretadounitedfc]

@RasRel Its Derrick Morgan.

[@drbassie]

JBuZy507 - It's "Joy in the Morning" originally by The Gaylads

[@nomessnofussjustpureimpact4771]

69 BOSS Greetsss To A King!!!

[@italrel]

@JBuZy507 Willlow Tree

[@italrel]

@nmy64 Mosquito one

[@Aatifah]

LOL i didn't see it

[@katycoyote]

willow tree is first song... alton , vocalist extraordinary...along with slim smith and dennis brown no better

[@coconut1983pc]

So? It's your problem, not mine.

[@csoeri]

Passing away is not rocksteady :(

[@tiptopsound]

Joy in the Morning - originally done by the Gaylads

[@ZIONHIGHER]

4 real.

[@italrel]

Sylvan Morris at 4,20?

[@ACB2K]

Its like all jamaiJamaicans can sing.