His debut album, Maverick a Strike, a fusion of many styles including reggae and soul, was a commercial success and was certified double platinum by the British Phonographic Industry.
Although known as Cab Kaye, his full name was Nii Lante Augustus Kwamlah Quaye and he was a Chief of the Ga tribe centralized in Jamestown, Accra, Ghana.
Mope Desmond, Cab Kaye and Finley Quaye have all played Glasgow's Barrowlands, Wolverhampton's Wulfrun Hall and London's Cafe de Paris.
Quaye's mother had long-term relationships with musician Pete King, who hosted and performed at Ronnie Scott's club in Frith Street, London.
Around this time Finley was also taken along to see the likes of The Ramones in rehearsal, with journalist photo editor for the music press the NME / Melodymaker, Howard a dear friend of his Mum's, Sharon.
In Edinburgh shows that made an impact in early years were Frank Chickens during the Fringe Festival at The Hole in the Ground that was behind the Usher Hall.
Finley Quaye attended The Frieze ART Fair at Regents Park as well as Gilbert & George and Harlan Miller exhibitions and opening nights.
Three albums were made between 2019 and 2023 but also removed from distribution and outlets because of lack of recognition, interest or support in the United kingdom in terms of live agents, labels and publishers.