There are at least two recording artists named Jim Morrison. The by far most famous one is, of course, the late, legendary frontman of American rock band, The Doors. For other musicians named Jim Morrison: please scroll down. 1. James Douglas "Jim" Morrison (born December 8, 1943 in Melbourne, Florida, United States – died July 3, 1971 in Paris, France) was an American singer, songwriter, poet, writer and filmmaker. He is best known as the lead