Rhoda Dakar

Rhoda Dakar (born 1959) is a British singer and musician, most recognized for her role as the lead vocalist of The Bodysnatchers, a band signed to the influential 2 Tone record label.

Born in Hampstead, London, Dakar joined The Bodysnatchers in 1979. The group quickly made an impact with their debut single, a double A-side featuring "Let's Do Rocksteady" and "Ruder Than You," which charted at #22 on the UK Singles Chart. Their success led to an appearance on the television show Top of the Pops, a tour with The Selecter, and a session for BBC Radio 1 DJ John Peel. Following this period, several members of The Bodysnatchers departed to form the band The Belle Stars.