Jamaican hip hop artist, Shaggy, is set to perform a free show at Jax River Jams concert series on Thursday evening at Riverfront Plaza in downtown Jacksonville. The former U.S. Marine has numerous hits under his belt, including "Angel," "Boombastic," "It Wasn't Me," "Oh Carolina" and "Hey Sexy Lady."

In addition to his performance in Jacksonville, Shaggy has announced a headline tour across the UK for this summer. The tour will see him hit a number of major UK cities throughout June and July, including London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Bristol, Sheffield, and Lincoln.

Tickets for the UK tour will go on sale at 10am on Thursday 14 April. Fans can purchase tickets through the usual ticketing channels.

Shaggy most recently released the dancehall single 'Mi Nuh Know'. The catchy riff on Eek showcases Shaggy's signature sound and is sure to be a hit with fans.

In addition to his solo performances, Shaggy will also be hitting the road with some big names this summer. He will be joining TLC, En Vogue, and Sean Kingston on the Hot Summer Nights Tour.

For fans of live entertainment, Shaggy's performance at Jax River Jams and his upcoming UK tour are not to be missed. Check the bottom of the article for a detailed list of Shaggy's tour dates.

Shaggy History

Shaggy, the Jamaican-American reggae artist, first gained commercial success in the early 1990s with his hit song "Oh Carolina." Since then, he has maintained a successful music career, releasing numerous albums and chart-topping songs.

Shaggy, whose real name is Orville Richard Burrell, was born in Kingston, Jamaica in 1968. He moved to the United States at the age of 18 and joined the United States Marine Corps. After serving in the military, he pursued his passion for music and began performing in local clubs and talent shows.

In 1993, Shaggy released his debut album, "Pure Pleasure," which featured the hit single "Oh Carolina." The song, which was a cover of a ska classic by the Folkes Brothers, earned him a place in the charts and gained him international fame.

Shaggy continued to release albums and singles over the years, including his 2000 album "Hot Shot," which included the hit single "It Wasn't Me." The song became a global sensation and topped charts in several countries.

Despite his success in the studio, Shaggy is known for his high-energy live performances. He has performed at numerous concerts and festivals around the world, including the Billboard Music Awards, the MTV Video Music Awards, and the Grammy Awards.

In addition to his solo performances, Shaggy has also collaborated with other artists on stage. He has worked with Sting on several occasions, including their joint album "44/876," which won the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 2019.

Shaggy's live performances are known for their vibrant energy and infectious music. His concerts are filled with fans dancing and singing along to his songs, creating an electric atmosphere that is not to be missed.

If you're a fan of Shaggy and his music, you don't want to miss his upcoming live concert events. Be sure to keep an eye out for tickets to his shows, as they are in high demand and can sell out quickly.

To purchase tickets to Shaggy's upcoming concerts, you can visit his official website or check out ticketing platforms like Ticketmaster or StubHub. Don't miss your chance to see this iconic reggae artist perform live and experience his music like never before.