ABOUT CHAPTA NYNE
Chapta Nyne is a multi-talented Jamaican-born recording artist and songwriter known for fusing the raw energy of 90s dancehall with modern-day soundscapes. With a gritty, raspy vocal tone, powerful lyrics, and descriptive story-telling, he bridges generations. Delivering music that’s as nostalgic as it is refreshing. His style is both motivating and deeply relatable, tackling real-life themes with authenticity and emotional depth.
Originally from St. Thomas, Jamaica , a parish known for producing popular dancehall artists like Popcaan, Chronic Law, and Skillibeng, Chapta Nyne grew up immersed in the island’s rich musical heritage. Influenced by a wide range of genres, both Jamaican and international, his unique sound reflects his deep respect for musical diversity and culture.
Despite being a relatively new name to some, over the years Chapta Nyne has collaborated with some of reggae and dancehall’s most respected pioneers, including Sly & Robbie, Firehouse Crew, and Mikey Bennett. His more recent collaborations include work with Quantanium Records, the producer behind multiple standout tracks like “Grandma Seh” and “Focus Like Telescope.”
His breakout motivational anthem, “Focus Like Telescope,” made waves internationally, encouraging listeners to remain focused on their goals. The track won multiple new artist radio competitions in New York, Florida, and Gambia, and peaked at #65 on the iTunes Reggae Chart in Mongolia. The music video featured popular Jamaican comedian Trabass, delivering a creative and comical take on betrayal and perseverance.
That momentum led to the success of his follow up single, “Grandma Seh”, a heartfelt and visual-heavy single about the trials on the road to success, earning critical acclaim and charting globally, peaking at #8 on the iTunes Reggae Chart in Bermuda , #34 on the iTunes Reggae Chart in the USA, and #43 on the Apple Music Reggae Chart in The Solomon Islands.
Currently, in 2025, Chapta Nyne has taken things even further with his latest single, “Baby Mama Drama”, a raw, unapologetic single that gives a voice to fathers navigating toxic co-parenting and broken family dynamics. With over 1 Million views on the lyric video and over 500,000 views on the newly released music video, the song is resonating with audiences across the world for its honesty, impact, and relatability.
While “Baby Mama Drama” was never planned, it was born from real-life experiences, and it has quickly become one of Chapta Nyne’s most talked-about releases to date.
All of Chapta Nyne’s music is released under his independent label, Bad Artist Entertainment, a growing brand that reflects his commitment to artistic freedom and long-term legacy. Stay updated on Chapta Nyne’s journey by following him on social media. Join the growing community of fans who are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the musical odyssey of Chapta Nyne .