The Success Story of Jah Vinci
Who is Jah Vinci?
Jah Vinci is a Jamaican reggae and dancehall artist born in Kingston, Jamaica as Vincent Murray. He started recording music in 2008 and has been active ever since. His name is derived from the Jamaican term “Jah” for God. He has worked with many of Jamaica’s most prolific artists such as Vybz Kartel, Popcaan, and Alkaline. Early Life and Influences
Jah Vinci was born in the Waterhouse district of Kingston, Jamaica, to a musical family. His father was a keyboard player and his mother was a singer who traveled around the world with her own band. While growing up, he was exposed to various genres of music including reggae, rocksteady, ska, and calypso. Career Beginnings
In 2008, Jah Vinci started recording music with producer Jam 2 Records in Kingston. His first single “Nuh Fraid” was released that same year. Since then he has released several singles such as “Stress Free” (2009), “Money Haffi Mek” (2010), “Ghetto Life” (2011), “Blessings” (2012), and “High Grade” (2013). He has also collaborated with several prominent artists including Vybz Kartel, Popcaan, Alkaline, and many others. Recent Projects
In 2018, Jah Vinci released his debut album “Trouble Again” on VP Records. The album features collaborations with several prominent artists such as Beenie Man, Capleton, Sizzla Kalonji, I-Octane, Chronixx, and Busy Signal among others. It was well received by critics and fans alike. In March 2019 he released the single “Hustle Harder” which quickly became one of his most popular songs to date. Conclusion
Jah Vinci is one of Jamaica’s leading reggae and dancehall artists. With his unique sound and style, he has managed to carve out a niche for himself in the industry. He has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the genre and his music continues to evolve as he experiments with new sounds.
