As a child, McGregor was a part of The Clarendonians, one of Jamaica’s most successful Ska and early Reggae groups. He was co-opted to the group after the suggestion was made by legendary record producer Clement ‘Sir Coxsone’ Dodd of Studio One. Freddie, it was said, was so tiny at the time, that he had to stand on a beer crate to reach the microphone. McGregor however intends to return to the drawing board regarding that set, before a myriad of tours and appearances this year. Last year, it was reported that the Big Ship Label founder is also getting ready to release his album in early 2023, A Breath of Fresh Air, produced by British company Stingray Records.

The Big Ship singer, who had a busy schedule, is recuperating as well-wishers posted messages on social media for his recovery.

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In 1981, McGregor scored a huge hit single with "Big Ship," which catapulted him to the front rank of reggae stars in the immediate post-Marley era, along with Dennis Brown and Gregory Isaacs. FREDDIE MCGREGOR - full Official Chart History". Official Charts Company . Retrieved 1 November 2022.

He pointed out that there was a coincidence which gave Big Ship added significance and push in England. That was the year of the Falklands War with Argentina, the British naval task force playing a huge role in the conflict far from the United Kingdom. Then, there were the people who used it for far more leisurely waterborne pursuits, such as cruises. Roberts, David (2006). British Hit Singles & Albums (19thed.). London: Guinness World Records Limited. p.339. ISBN 1-904994-10-5. One of McGregor's three sons, Stephen "Di Genius" McGregor, is a dancehall record producer. More recently, he had signed a deal with Warner Chappell Music. [7] Discography [ edit ] Albums [ edit ] McGregor has also toured extensively for many years. He secured a licensing agreement with RAS Records in US and released Come on Over in 1983.REGGAE LEGEND Freddie McGregor is said to be convalescing at a Florida medical facilitiy after suffering a stroke earlier this week. When me make the song and see how people react to it outside of what I mean, it is amazing," he said. In 1963 he joined with Ernest Wilson and Peter Austin to form The Clarendonians, and began to record for the Studio One label. He was only seven years old at the time and was known as 'Little Freddie'. [2] [3] He was also a member of the Generation Gap. [4]