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"My Sound"- Stonebwoy featuring Shaggy
Though thousands of miles apart, Jamaica and the continent of Africa share a deep cultural bond that has birthed an impressive musical soundtrack. In his 2023 album "The 5th Dimension," Ghanaian Afro-dancehall star Stonebwoy (left) featured Jamaican singer Shaggy (right) on "My Sound." The song gained prominence when it was featured on the season 5 premiere of "Love & Hip Hop Miami," and Shaggy is anticipated to perform at Stonebwoy’s BHIM music festival in December. Look through the gallery for more collaborations that exemplify the cultural bridge between Africa and the Caribbean.
Though thousands of miles apart, Jamaica and the continent of Africa share a deep cultural bond that has birthed an impressive musical soundtrack. In his 2023 album "The 5th Dimension," Ghanaian Afro-dancehall star Stonebwoy (left) featured Jamaican singer Shaggy (right) on "My Sound." The song gained prominence when it was featured on the season 5 premiere of "Love & Hip Hop Miami," and Shaggy is anticipated to perform at Stonebwoy’s BHIM music festival in December. Look through the gallery for more collaborations that exemplify the cultural bridge between Africa and the Caribbean.
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"Unavailable (Sean Paul x Ding Dong Remix)" - Davido featuring Sean Paul & Musa Keys
In 2023, Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Davido (left) dropped the chart-topping hit "Unavailable" alongside Musa Keys. The track gained immense popularity, prompting a series of remixes, including one featuring Jamaican dancehall icon Sean Paul (right). The remix's video has since accumulated over three million views on YouTube, solidifying its status as a viral sensation.
In 2023, Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Davido (left) dropped the chart-topping hit "Unavailable" alongside Musa Keys. The track gained immense popularity, prompting a series of remixes, including one featuring Jamaican dancehall icon Sean Paul (right). The remix's video has since accumulated over three million views on YouTube, solidifying its status as a viral sensation.
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"Different" - Burna Boy featuring Damian Marley and Angélique Kidjo
“Different” is a captivating collaboration between Burna Boy (left), Damian Marley (Bob Marley’s youngest son, pictured here on the right), and Angélique Kidjo, released in 2019. This track merges Burna Boy's Afrofusion, Damian Marley's Reggae, and Angélique Kidjo's legendary influences into a mesmerizing blend of sounds that transcends genres and cultures.
“Different” is a captivating collaboration between Burna Boy (left), Damian Marley (Bob Marley’s youngest son, pictured here on the right), and Angélique Kidjo, released in 2019. This track merges Burna Boy's Afrofusion, Damian Marley's Reggae, and Angélique Kidjo's legendary influences into a mesmerizing blend of sounds that transcends genres and cultures.
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"Key to the City"- Tiwa Savage featuring Busy Signal
Nigerian singer-songwriter Tiwa Savage (left) collaborated with Jamaican dancehall artist Busy Signal (right) on her song "Key to the City" remix in 2015. The song was featured on the Nollywood film "A Trip to Jamaica" soundtrack. The duo filmed the accompanying music video in Jamaica, which has now amassed nearly nine million views on YouTube.
Nigerian singer-songwriter Tiwa Savage (left) collaborated with Jamaican dancehall artist Busy Signal (right) on her song "Key to the City" remix in 2015. The song was featured on the Nollywood film "A Trip to Jamaica" soundtrack. The duo filmed the accompanying music video in Jamaica, which has now amassed nearly nine million views on YouTube.
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“Sekkle & Bop” - Dre Skull, Mr Eazi & Popcaan
In 2021, Mix Pac Records CEO Dre Skull orchestrated a collaboration between Nigerian Afropop sensation Mr Eazi (left) and Jamaican dancehall maestro Popcaan (right) for the track "Sekkle & Bop." The song amassed an impressive 5.7 million streams on Spotify.
In 2021, Mix Pac Records CEO Dre Skull orchestrated a collaboration between Nigerian Afropop sensation Mr Eazi (left) and Jamaican dancehall maestro Popcaan (right) for the track "Sekkle & Bop." The song amassed an impressive 5.7 million streams on Spotify.
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"Daniella Whine" - Patoranking & Elephant Man
Released in 2016, “Daniella Whine” is a collaborative track between Nigerian Reggae-dancehall singer Patoranking (left) and Jamaican dancehall artist Elephant Man (right). Although the song didn't reach a significant position on the global charts , it gained popularity as a club anthem in African and Caribbean music scenes.
Released in 2016, “Daniella Whine” is a collaborative track between Nigerian Reggae-dancehall singer Patoranking (left) and Jamaican dancehall artist Elephant Man (right). Although the song didn't reach a significant position on the global charts , it gained popularity as a club anthem in African and Caribbean music scenes.
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"Hallelujah"- Diamond Platnumz & Morgan Heritage
Tanzanian artist Diamond Platnumz (left) and Jamaican reggae band Morgan Heritage (right) released “Hallelujah” in 2017. The song merges Diamond Platnumz's bongo flava style with Morgan Heritage's Reggae roots, resulting in a vibrant fusion of African and Caribbean sounds. With uplifting lyrics and infectious rhythms, “Hallelujah” became a hit in East Africa and beyond, showcasing the artists' ability to bridge cultures through music.
Tanzanian artist Diamond Platnumz (left) and Jamaican reggae band Morgan Heritage (right) released “Hallelujah” in 2017. The song merges Diamond Platnumz's bongo flava style with Morgan Heritage's Reggae roots, resulting in a vibrant fusion of African and Caribbean sounds. With uplifting lyrics and infectious rhythms, “Hallelujah” became a hit in East Africa and beyond, showcasing the artists' ability to bridge cultures through music.
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“Wine to the Top”- Vybz Kartel & Wizkid
Jamaican Dancehall icon Vybz Kartel (left) and Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Wizkid (right) released “Wine to the Top” in 2017. The song, which fused both artists' signature styles, garnered over 43 million views on YouTube since its release.
Jamaican Dancehall icon Vybz Kartel (left) and Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Wizkid (right) released “Wine to the Top” in 2017. The song, which fused both artists' signature styles, garnered over 43 million views on YouTube since its release.