Tributes after the death of Musical Youth drummer Frederick Waite Jr

Tributes have been paid following the death of reggae band Musical Youth drummer Frederick Waite Jr.

The band, best known for the 80s hit Pass the Dutchie which sold over five million copies worldwide, announced the death of the 55-year-old man earlier.

Mr Waite Jr was a "musical legend" who "inspired many young musicians", said the Birmingham band.

They formed in 1979 with members Dennis Seaton, Michael Grant, Kelvin Grant, Mr Waite Jr and Patrick Waite.

We are sad to announce the passing of Musical Youth drummer Frederick Waite Jr. Our thoughts are with him and his family at this sad time. We have lost a musical legend, who has inspired many young musicians over the past 40 years.

Rest in Eternal Peace ❤️ pic.twitter.com/eeCg1a9Jv8

— Musical Youth (@MusicalYouth30) August 11, 2022 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. See the original tweet on Twitter

In 2001, Seaton and Michael Grant reformed as a duo.

< p class="ssrcss-1q0x1qg-Paragraph eq5iqo00">Pass the Dutchie once again became a favorite hit, with the band performing the song at the Closing Ceremony of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

He was also featured in season four of the hit Netflix series Stranger Things.