Drake ducking dancehall, says Sean Paul

Dancehall heavyweight Sean Paul has criticized Canadian rapper Drake for not giving the Jamaican genre and its artists credit even though his latest hit songs are inspired by them.

In an interview this week with Metro on BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2017 festival, Sean Paul referred specifically to the Canadian rapper’s mega-hit, One Dance.

Drake is ducking dancehall says Sean Paul
Drake is ducking dancehall says Sean Paul

“I think at the time when it was popping off, it would have been good for him to actually put accolades towards the whole culture. He’s friendly with a few people in the business in Jamaica and that’s good, I love it. But if he had given more accolades when he was actually making it and said ‘this is the music I love,’ it would have been cool,” he said.

The Jamaican artist, known for hits like Gimmie The Light, Give It Up To Me and Temperature, has been critical of other big-name acts like Justin Bieber for not properly recognizing their dancehall influences.

Drake’s album, Views, released last year, has a strong dancehall flavor. Jamaican producers Dwayne ‘Supa Dups’ Chin-Quee, Matthew ‘Boi-1da’ Samuels and Stephen ‘Di Genius’ McGregor worked on it.

- Advertisement -

Too Good, his song with Rihanna, is a co-production between Chin-Quee and Toronto-based Jamaican producer Paul ‘Nineteen85’ Jefferies. It samples deejay Popcaan’s Love You Bad.

More Stories

Andrew Holness

Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness hints at election announcement ‘very soon’

Jamaica's Prime Minister Andrew Holness has hinted that the countdown to general elections has begun, telling supporters that “every Jamaican will be called upon...
Tony Matterhorn’s 'Dutty Wine'

Tony Matterhorn’s ‘Dutty Wine’ remastered set for release amid viral dance revival

Nearly two decades after it first took over dance floors worldwide, Tony Matterhorn’s dancehall anthem Dutty Wine is making a comeback. The track will...
Nailah Blackman

Nailah Blackman drops new single ‘Feels Like Love’ ahead of upcoming album

Soca star Nailah Blackman is kicking off 2025 with a fresh sound, unveiling her latest single, Feels Like Love, featuring OVO Sound’s Roy Woods. The...
NMIA Jamaica Norman Manley International Airport

Fire at Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston disrupts flights

Emergency responders worked overnight to contain a fire that broke out in the Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge at Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA)...
Oliver Samuels

Oliver Samuels to receive lifetime honor at 42nd IRAWMA Awards

Legendary actor and comedian Dr. Oliver Samuels, OD, will be honored with a 55-year Golden Lifetime Award and named the "Caribbean King of Comedy"...
Owen James

Jamaican media mourns the passing of veteran journalist Owen James

The Press Association of Jamaica (PAJ) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of veteran journalist Owen James, hailing him as a trailblazer in...
Dionne Warwick

Dionne Warwick set to enchant Jamaica with a ‘Timeless’ musical experience

On March 29, 2025, music lovers in Jamaica are in for a treat when legendary singer Dionne Warwick headlines a star-studded event at Plantation...
Tasha Cobbs

Miramar Cultural Center to host Gospel Star Tasha Cobbs on April 5

Gospel music fans are in for a night of soul-stirring inspiration as the Miramar Cultural Center presents the acclaimed Tasha Cobbs Leonard on Saturday,...
Issa Trust Foundation

Issa Trust Foundation expands neonatal training in Jamaica

From February 28 to March 14, 2025, the Issa Trust Foundation spearheaded a critical initiative to enhance neonatal care in Jamaica by providing specialized...
eGov Technology Showcase

Jamaica advances digital transformation at eGov Technology Showcase

The future of Jamaica’s digital transformation took center stage at yesterday’s eGov Jamaica Limited GOJ Digital Government Technology Showcase at the Jamaica Pegasus. The event,...

Latest Articles

Skip to content