Jennifer Lara was a Jamaican reggae singer renowned for her soulful voice and enduring contribution to the Studio One legacy. Emerging in the 1970s, she gained recognition with her cover of The Carpenters’ “Close to You” and went on to record with influential producers like Coxsone Dodd. Lara’s warm, heartfelt delivery and effortless blend of lovers rock and roots reggae earned her respect among peers and fans alike. Her recordings remain a testament to her talent, continuing to inspire new generations of reggae artists and listeners worldwide.