John Holt (1947–2014) was a Jamaican singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist of the pioneering rocksteady group The Paragons before achieving a celebrated solo career. Renowned for his smooth, emotive voice and romantic delivery, Holt helped shape the transition from ska to reggae, influencing generations of artists. His lush arrangements and timeless love songs, including classics from his Paragons era and later orchestral recordings, cemented his reputation as one of reggae’s most enduring voices and a cornerstone of Jamaica’s rich musical legacy.