Eek-A-Mouse

Quick Facts

Full Name	Eek-A-Mouse
Occupation	Reggae Singer
Date Of Birth	Nov 19, 1957(1957-11-19)
Age	67
Birthplace	Jamaica
Country	Jamaica
Birth City	Kingston
Horoscope	Scorpio

Eek-A-Mouse Biography

Eek-A-Mouse is one of the most popular and richest Reggae Singer who was born on November 19, 1957 in Jamaica, Kingston, Jamaica. Born Ripton Hylton and known to his fans as Eek-A-Mouse, this reggae “singjay” (vocalist and DJ) is well known for his Eek-A-Nomics, U-Neek, and Black Cowboy albums (released during the late 1980s or early 1990s). His hit singles include “The Freak” and “You’re The One I Need.”

He is a contemporary of Jamaican reggae musician and celebrity chef Levi Roots.

Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Eek-A-Mouse began his music career when he was in college, releasing two roots reggae singles under his own name, which were produced by his mathematics tutor, Mr. Dehaney. These early works were influenced by the music of Pablo Moses. He then went on to work for various sound systems over the next few years and also released a few more singles. He adopted the stage name “Eek-A-Mouse” in 1979, taking the name of a racehorse he always bet on; it was a nickname his friends had used for some time. He began recording for Joe Gibbs in 1979, having a hit straight away with “Once a Virgin”, now showing the influence of Ranking Joe, and this was soon followed with “Wa-Do-Dem” (produced by Douglas Boothe), and “Modelling Queen”, which began an association with Linval Thompson, who produced his debut Bubble Up Yu Hip album.

By the end of 1980, he had linked up with producer Henry “Junjo” Lawes, with whom he had big hits in 1981 with the likes of “Virgin Girl” and a recut “Wa- Do-Dem”. In 1981, he was the star of the Reggae Sunsplash Festival, cheering audiences still mourning over the death of reggae icon Bob Marley. His association with Lawes led to a string of successful singles and albums, and in 1982 his hits included “Wild Like a Tiger”, “For Hire and Removal”, “Do You Remember”, and “Ganja Smuggling”. The same year he released his second album, Wa Do Dem. The “Operation Eradication” single showed Hylton’s serious side, the song inspired by the vigilante killing of close friend and fellow DJ Errol Shorter. Skidip was released before the year was out.

He was born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica. Between 2012 and 2013, he was charged with several serious crimes.

Eek-A-Mouse Net Worth

Eek-A-Mouse is one of the richest Reggae Singer from Jamaica. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Eek-A-Mouse 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

His first roots reggae recordings were produced by his college math teacher. He began performing as Eek-A-Mouse in the late 1970s.

Apart from his career as a musician, he acted in the early 1990s gangster film New Jack City.

Eek-A-Mouse (born Ripton Joseph Hylton, 19 November 1957) is a Jamaican reggae musician. He is one of the earliest artists to be described as a “singjay”.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Eek-A-Mouse height 6 feet 6 inches Eek-A-Mouse weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Eek-A-Mouse Dating?

According to our records, Eek-A-Mouse is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Eek-A-Mouse’s is not dating anyone.

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On 16 August 2008, Eek-a-Mouse was arrested on charges of rape and narcotic possession. He fled the United States and an arrest warrant with a million dollar bond was issued. These charges were filed in Dare County, North Carolina after a performance at the Port O’ Call restaurant. He failed to appear at the first hearing and was given a failure to appear charge and his bond was set at $1,375,000.

Facts & Trivia

Eek-A-Mouse Ranked on the list of most popular Reggae Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Jamaica. Eek-A-Mouse celebrates birthday on November 19 of every year.

He performed in Jamaica for the first time in eight years in August 2015 at the Marcus Garvey Festival in Ocho Rios.

Where is Eek-A-Mouse Now?

Veteran reggae singer Eek-A-Mouse is now a free man. Eek-A-Mouse, whose real name is Ripton Joseph Hylton, was released from a North Carolina prison in July after his attorney, Phillip Hayes, made a plea deal with assistant District Attorney Lauren Arizaga.

How did Eek-A-Mouse get his name?

He adopted the stage name “Eek-A-Mouse” in 1979, taking the name of a racehorse he always bet on ; it was a nickname his friends had used for some time.

How tall is Eek-A-Mouse?

His height, for instance: “ Six feet, six inches above sea level and the rest of the world,” as he tells it.

Does Eek-A-Mouse still perform?

Eek-a-Mouse (born Ripton Hylton November 19, 1957 in Kingston, Jamaica) is one of Jamaica’s premier reggae stars. He is responsible for the creation of the reggae sub-genre singjaying. Although now 50 years old, he is still reputed to perform more than 200 shows in a year in America and the West Indies.

How old is Eek A Mouse?

64 years (November 19, 1957)