(born Eustace Adolphus Hamilton on August 14, 1969) is a prominent Jamaican reggae and lovers rock singer-songwriter known for his smooth, soulful vocal style. 

Background: Born in Kingston, Jamaica, he developed an interest in songwriting while attending Spanish Town Secondary School in St. Catherine.

Stage Name: Originally known as “Baby U” (after his father “Big U”), he was renamed “Thriller U” by fans who claimed his singing “thrilled them”.

Rise to Fame: He began his career in the late 1980s, recording for top producers such as King Tubby, King Jammy, and Donovan Germain. In 1989, he was honored as Best New Singer of the Year at the Jammy Annual Awards. 

Genre: While primarily a lovers rock artist, his versatility spans reggae, dancehall, gospel, and R&B.

Key Hits:

• • “Waiting for You” (1988) – A #1 hit on the UK Album charts for eight weeks.

  • “Juggling” – Reached #1 on the Jamaican Top 40.

  • Popular covers of George Michael’s “Careless Whisper” and Jennifer Rush’s “The Power of Love”.

Group Work: In 1998, he joined the vocal quartet L.U.S.T. (Love, Understanding, Sensitivity, and Trust) alongside Lukie D, Singing Melody, and Tony Curtis. The group achieved a #1 hit with “Sweetness of Your Love”. 

Influences: He cites Frankie Paul as a major influence, along with Dennis Brown, Gregory Isaacs, and international stars like Michael Jackson and Teddy Pendergrass.

Collaborators: He has worked with legendary producers including Sly & Robbie, Bobby Digital, and Philip “Fattis” Burrell. He also toured internationally with artists such as Maxi Priest, Beenie Man, and Sizzla.