People Funny Boy

By David Katz,

Book cover of People Funny Boy: The Genius of Lee 'Scratch' Perry

Book description

'David Katz's in-depth portrayal of his genius is to be commended and is an essential addition to any serious music fan's collection' David Rodigan MBE OD

'For the complete picture of this musical genius you can't get better than David Katz's People Funny Boy - if you're into Scratch, it's…

Shepherd is reader supported. When you buy books, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Why read it?

1 author picked People Funny Boy as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I have read all of David Katz’s material and absolutely loved every bit of it.  This book is essential as it details the life and times of a master.

The interviews and behind the scene look at a person who changed everything for Jamaican popular music kept me engaged throughout the writing.  Katz brilliantly organizes the book and kept me engaged throughout the entire thing. His voice is heard but not overwhelming and this book is, not only about a master and Jamaican music, but about how to write an interview effectively. 

One of the best biographies I have ever…

Want books like People Funny Boy?

Our community of 11,000+ authors has personally recommended 69 books like People Funny Boy.

Browse books like People Funny Boy

5 book lists we think you will like!

Interested in Jamaica, Paul McCartney, and the Caribbean?

Jamaica 57 books
Paul McCartney 14 books
The Caribbean 206 books