Rygin King’s road to recovery, after being shot two years ago to now being wheelchair-bound, is one he hasn’t been shy talking about. Aside from validating the high expectations placed on Masicka, the Dunw3ll-produced track was constantly heard on the streets. The Genahsyde artist, whose real name is Javaun Nicholas Fearon, has been touted as the closest thing, lyrically, to the incarcerated Vybz Kartel, and with songs like Pack A Matches, it’s clear to see why. Masicka proved himself to be, yet again, a well-oiled hit machine. Peace of Mind – SquashĪ vulnerable plea for peace of mind made the track an extremely relatable one for most listeners.Īlbum/Riddim: – 44. He also made reference to his growing fame and influence, telling his fans that his ascension cannot be stopped.Īlbum/Riddim: – 45. The song takes a casual tone highlighting gang life and Skeng’s commitment to being down for whatever that life brings. Skeng continued his hot streak this year with another anthem for the “dunce thugs” containing the usual shout-outs to Ratty Gang and Spanish Town. Producer: Dim Crux, Dutchboi, Nathan Butts, Tyree Hawkins MONEY-POWER-RESPECT finds Jahvillani faithfully sticking to the flow that landed him breakout hits in 2018-2019, but his fans aren’t complaining.

Producer: Troyton Rami Music, Black Shadow, Autobamb RecordsĪlbum/Riddim: – 49. Laid on a catchy beat, Profile is a bragging song in which Alkaline sings of his ability to earn copious amounts of cash, as well as using his magnetism to take away other men’s girlfriends. Whether you’re a fan or simply looking to discover some new music, there’s something for everyone on this list of superstars and up-and-comers. Our staff considered a variety of factors in making these selections including, but not limited to, each song’s production and replay values, popularity, and vocal performance of the artist. We’ll be exploring the 50 best Dancehall songs of 2022 in this list, which is by no means definitive, nor was it easy to compile. The year also saw a few female artists stepping up to seize their moments, reaffirming that they too had something to say. However, that quiet revolution didn’t stop the undercurrent of ‘choppa’ and violent music. In 2022, some Jamaican Dancehall artists seemed to have had an epiphany that nudged them onto more reflective and introspective-sounding tracks.

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