SINGER Lloyd Robinson, best known for the dancehall hit Cuss Cuss, died November 5 in the Kingston Public Hospital.

He was 68 years old.

Robinson’s longtime partner, who gave her name as Diana, confirmed his passing but did not give the cause of death.

She told the Jamaica Observer he fell into a coma after being admitted to hospital in the United States. He died shortly after returning to Jamaica.

Born Altemont Thomas Robinson, the singer known as Lloyd Robinson was from Kingston. He began recording in the mid-1960s as a member of The Tartans which also included Cedric Myton (later of The Congos).

As a solo act, he had hits such as Fire Fire, Cuss Cuss and Rocky Road. He also had a hit with Big Red Bum Ball which he did with singer Devon Russell as Lloyd and Devon.

Big Red Bum Ball was produced by ska great Derrick Morgan for his Hop label. Robinson also recorded several songs for producer Glen Brown.

Robinson is survived by Diana and four children (two boys and two girls) who live in the United States.

His funeral service takes place November 24 at Dovecot Memorial Park.