Desmond Dekker 1969 – Israelites ... 🎶 Let the music play: https://topoldiesclassic.topgreatsong.com/desmond-dekker-1969-israelites/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=preel&utm_campaign=topoldiesclassic ... Released in 1969, Desmond Dekker’s “Israelites” stands as one of the most influential reggae songs ever recorded and the first Jamaican single to reach the top of the UK charts. Written by Dekker himself, the song blends infectious ska rhythms with socially conscious lyrics that speak to the st

Today marks what would have been Desmond Dekker's 83rd birthday, making it a fitting time to share a clip of him performing 'Israelites,' the first reggae record to reach number 1 in the UK charts in 1969. Personally, Desmond was the first original Jamaican artist I saw live at the Red Lion pub in Brentford high street in 1983. from @a.sense.of.style #oxbloodclothing #desmonddekker #israelites #reggae #earlyreggae #1969 #werehavingaparty #ska #rocksteady #brentford #skins #skinreggae #skinstyle