Morgan Heritage lead singer Peter 'Peetah' Morgan is dead

Peter 'Peetah' Morgan, lead singer of the Grammy Award-winning Reggae band, Morgan Heritage, has died at the age of 46.

Morgan Heritage, known for songs such as Don’t Haffi Dread (To Be Rasta), Down by the River, Tell Me How Come, and She’s Still Loving Me, announced Peter 'Peetah' Morgan’s passing on Sunday, February 25, 2024, but did not disclose the cause of death.

“It is out of sincere love that we share that our beloved husband, father, son, and brother and lead singer of Morgan Heritage Peter Anthony Morgan has ascended today,” the Morgan family wrote in a statement posted to Instagram.  “Jah come and save from ourselves because love is only way.”

“Our family thanks you in advance for your overwhelming love and support, and we ask your continued prayers as we go through this process. We also ask that you please respect our privacy during this time of healing.”

In 2022, the family mourned the passing of its patriarch and veteran Reggae singer, Denroy Morgan, who fathered 30 children.

Denroy’s children formed several groups, including Morgan Heritage, which initially comprised Peter 'Peetah' Morgan, Una Morgan, Roy 'Gramps' Morgan, Nakhamyah 'Lukes' Morgan, and Memmalatel 'Mr. Mojo' Morgan.

Una Morgan and Lukes Morgan are now past members.

Tributes

Already, tributes have started pouring in for Peter 'Peetah' Morgan:

TRIBUTES

KABAKA PYRAMID:
"At a loss for words…Physical life is temporary. Thankhfully the soul is eternal. Cherish life each and every day.
My deepest i-dolences to the @morganheritage family
Such a great human being and impeccable singer @peetahmusic. An inspiration to us all. Give thanks for a great life that seems so short lived.
@grampsmorgan @gotmojomorgan @iamjemere more strength from your Bebble Rock family."

MARLA BROWN:
"I JUST spoke to you.....
Beyond honoured to have known you and have you as family from my early EU days up until our very last convo. @peetahmusic was and still is one of the greatest vocalists and writers of our time. We thankyou wholeheartedly for your being. Rest well King. Love you plenty and always!
Heartfelt condolences to the Morgan family and loved ones."

BURNING SPEAR:
"Rest in power my son Peter Morgan of Morgan Heritage. Your works lives on. One Love" 

ISLAND MUSIC CONFERENCE:
"Peetah Morgan was a beacon in the music industry. We have all been touched by your music, melodies and your mission. We will miss your laughter.
Sleep in music and may your family and friends find strength as we mourn your sudden loss. #RIPPeetah"

VP RECORDS:
"Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the beloved Peter Morgan."