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Marcia Barrett: Disco Icon Born 78 Years Ago
Jamaican disco legend Marcia Barrett, who sold 150 million records with Boney M., released a cancer-fighting EP in 2003.
In brief
Jamaican disco legend Marcia Barrett, who sold 150 million records with Boney M., released a cancer-fighting EP in 2003. Jamaican singer Marcia Barrett, born October 14, 1948, sold 150 million records with Boney M. and released a 2003 cancer-focused EP. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Born in Jamaica
Marcia Barrett was born in Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica on October 14, 1948.
Boney M. Formation
Frank Farian formed Boney M. in 1974 with four West Indian vocalists including Marcia Barrett.
Boney M. Hits
Boney M. had top 10 hits including Rasputin and Rivers of Babylon with Marcia Barrett sharing lead vocals.
Soviet Union Ban
The band's song Rasputin was banned in the Soviet Union despite its popularity there.
Solo Career
Barrett released two solo albums after Boney M. split in 1990, battling cancer twice in the 1990s and early 2000s.
At a glance
Jamaican singer Marcia Barrett, born October 14, 1948, sold 150 million records with Boney M. and released a 2003 cancer-focused EP.
