It has been a busy year for the King of Dancehall Vybz Kartel. The global icon has officially received his second GRAMMY® nomination, marking another milestone in one of music’s most remarkable comebacks. The honor comes fresh off the heels of his record-breaking Worl’ Boss Tour and his highly anticipated return home to Jamaica, where he launched the Adidja Palmer Foundation (APF) by delivering immediate relief to families affected by Hurricane Melissa.

Kartel’s latest album, Heart & Soul, earned him a GRAMMY® nomination for Best Reggae Album, his second consecutive nod following 2025’s Party With Me EP.  The project — featuring fan favorites like “I Know” and “You Know GOAT” — highlights Kartel’s unmatched lyrical mastery and depth, resonating with audiences worldwide. This recognition caps off a transformative year for the artist who, since his release from prison in July 2024, has turned his freedom into a story of resilience, reinvention, and global impact.

“Every song, every show, every mission me do now — it’s about legacy and upliftment. Jamaica build mi, so mi haffi build back Jamaica”

Vybz Kartel