Burning Spear: Biography, Facts and Career
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Winston Rodney OD (born 1 March 1945), better known by the stage name Burning Spear, is a Jamaican roots reggae singer-songwriter, vocalist, and musician. Burning Spear is a Rastafarian and one of the most influential and long-standing roots artists to emerge from the 1970s.
Quick facts about Burning Spear
- Full name: Burning Spear
- Born: 1945-03-01
- Nationality: Jamaica
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q361646
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Burning Spear?
Winston Rodney OD (born 1 March 1945), better known by the stage name Burning Spear, is a Jamaican roots reggae singer-songwriter, vocalist, and musician.
What nationality is Burning Spear?
Burning Spear is Jamaica.
When was Burning Spear born?
Burning Spear was born on 1945-03-01.



