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Nora Dean (born 8 January 1944, Spanish Town, Jamaica – died 29 September 2016, Connecticut, USA) was a Jamaican reggae and gospel singer. Known for her enigmatic presence in the music world, her birth year has been reported as 1952 by some sources. Although not a prolific artist, her songs have become cherished classics among fans of Jamaican music. Dean recorded solo and contributed backing vocals on various recordings, yet no interviews or photos of her exist. Her most famous song, “Barbwire,” features a playful narrative about a man's advances and is set to the classic "You Don't Care" riddim. Dean recalled spending four hours voicing the track, ultimately returning to the first take. She was paid 30 pounds over nine months for this song, which has sold at least 13 million copies worldwide. In “Mojo Girl,” she asserts control over her relationship, while “Wreck A Buddy” explores themes of desire with explicit lyrics. “The Same Thing You Gave To Daddy” depicts a humorous battle of wills with her son, and in “Ay Ay Ay,” the music shifts from reggae to a more abstract sound, focusing on free association and sensual expression. Dean faced pressure from producers to step outside her character, and she was particularly upset about being associated with the controversial mento song "Night Food," which she did not record. In 1976, Nora Dean moved to New York City, where she married a man of

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