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He died of natural causes at his home in Houston.

The song returned to radio when Jimmy Cliffs cover was featured in 1993sCool Runnings.
Nash and Sims went on to sign Bob Marley and the Wailers, as well asGloria GaynorandJimmy Cliff.
Johnny loved reggae, and he loved Bob and the guys.
Sims told theHouston Chroniclein 2012.
Nash is survived by his wife, daughter, and son.