Nigerian legendary singer, songwriter and guitarist, Majekodunmi Fasheke popularly known for his stage name Majek Fashek, has died after a long illnesses.

According to reports, the “Send Down the Rain” crooner, aged 57 died in a hospital in New York on Monday June 1.

Majek was born in Benin-City, Edo state

Until his death, he was one of Nigeria’s surviving Reggae music legend, Majek attracted international attention in 1987, with his self-penned tune, ‘Send down the Rain.’

The singer also played a supporting role in the 2000 Nollywood movie ‘Mark of the Beast’.