Chrissie does reggae

A Reggae Session – March 1988

Waiting In Vain | Steppin Razor

In March 1988, Fort Charles in Jamaica became the epicenter of a historic musical gathering. A Reggae Session brought together legendary names from across two generations for one unforgettable night. With performances of classics like “Waiting In Vain” and “Steppin Razor”, the event reverberated around the world as a true celebration of reggae’s spirit.

  • Chrissie Hynde – Vocals

This once-in-a-lifetime concert captured the essence of unity, culture, and rhythm, marking a milestone in reggae history.

Nelson Mandela 70th Tribute – 11th June 1988

Breakfast In Bed

The Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute was a popular-music concert staged on 11 June 1988 at Wembley Stadium, London, and broadcast to 67 countries and an audience of 600 million.

Chrissie Hynde – Vocals | Ali Campbell

Nelson Mandela 70th Tribute – 11th June 1988

At the historic Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute concert on 11th June 1988, music became a powerful voice for freedom. Among the standout performances was “I Got You Babe”, delivered with heartfelt energy by Chrissie Hynde and Ali Campbell of UB40.

  • Chrissie Hynde – Vocals

  • Ali Campbell – Vocals

Their duet blended Hynde’s rock edge with Campbell’s reggae warmth, creating a memorable moment that symbolized unity and hope. The performance stood as more than entertainment—it was a call for justice and solidarity with Mandela’s struggle.

Chrissie Hynde – Vocals | Ali Campbell

Chrissie @ A Reggae Session 1988
Chrissie & Ali Campbell
Mandela 70th Birthday Tribute 1988
Chrissie @ Bob Marley One Love Tribute 1999

One Love The Bob Marley Tribute – 4th December 1999

On 4th December 1999, the world came together to celebrate the life and legacy of reggae’s greatest icon, Bob Marley. The One Love Tribute united an all-star lineup of contemporary legends, reimagining Marley’s timeless songs of freedom, unity, and love.

Highlights included unforgettable performances of “Waiting In Vain” with

  • Chrissie Hynde – Vocals, delivering her unmistakable rock edge

and“Jammin’”, with

  • Jimmy Cliff – Vocals, bringing soulful authenticity to the stage

I Got You Babe – Ahoy Arena, Rotterdam – Late November 2000

UB40 and Chrissie Hynde lit up Rotterdam’s Night of the Proms in November 2000 with their unforgettable performance of “I Got You Babe.” The reggae-pop collaboration brought together two iconic voices in a celebration of timeless music

Chrissie Hynde – Vocals | Ali Campbell – Vocals | UB40

I Got You Babe – Interview and Rehearsal – September 2001

I Got You Babe

Chrissie Hynde – Vocals | Ali Campbell – Vocals | UB40