Teejay and Masicka Dominate YouTube Jamaica Chart for Week Ending October 31, 2024
Jamaican music enthusiasts are flocking to YouTube, pushing Teejay’s newest track, “Never Complain” featuring Masicka, straight to the top of the Jamaican YouTube chart. This powerful debut saw the track accumulating a striking 376,993 streams in its first week, knocking Squash’s “Get Up” down to the second spot.
‘Never Complain’ is the first track from Teejay’s debut album has surpassed 1.5 million views with a week of its release on YouTube.
After enjoying three weeks at number one, Squash’s track now pulls in 322,555 streams, a notable dip of over 90,000 from last week. This shift highlights the enduring appeal of Teejay and Masicka, whose lyrical resonance and engaging rhythm are resonating deeply with fans.
Further down the chart, Jahmiel’s introspective song “Darkest Days” debuted strongly at number three, gathering 280,524 streams. Known for his versatility and reflective lyrics, Jahmiel’s entry into the top five shows Jamaican listeners’ appreciation for his unique blend of personal depth and musical quality. Another new track making waves is Vybz Kartel’s “White Rum (Special),” debuting at number four with 278,841 streams. The “Worl’ Boss” also appears at number twelve with his track “Good Like Jesus,” underscoring his constant influence and ongoing dominance in Jamaican music, even as he remains incarcerated.
Adding an unexpected twist to the chart, Hollywood star Zendaya’s pop ballad “Rewrite the Stars” made a splash at number five with 258,916 streams. This crossover success shows that Jamaican audiences are broadening their musical preferences, welcoming international pop into a landscape traditionally dominated by local genres. This diversity is further reflected in Substannzz’s “Star Life,” which saw an impressive climb up eight spots to land at number six this week. The song, with its upbeat tempo and aspirational lyrics, experienced a 91,138-stream boost, reflecting the audience’s love for high-energy anthems that inspire a sense of ambition and optimism.
The chart also features older hits that are starting to descend. Cash Code’s “Rey Rico” and Jamal’s “Ballandor” both slid down the rankings, facing strong competition from a steady flow of fresh releases. After an impressive 15-week run, Squash’s “Shubout” is now down to number sixteen, reflecting the natural ebb and flow of chart success for even the biggest dancehall tracks.
Rounding out the list, Kranium’s “Higher Life” holds steady at number twenty, showing a minor yet encouraging boost in streams. Known for his blend of smooth vocals and an internationally appealing dancehall vibe, Kranium’s track may see further upward movement in the coming weeks. In contrast to newer tracks making big waves, these older hits demonstrate the ever-changing preferences of Jamaican audiences, who are constantly drawn to innovative sounds and fresh releases.
This week’s YouTube Jamaica chart reflects an exciting mixture of Jamaican and international influences, from Vybz Kartel’s enduring appeal to Zendaya’s international crossover. It also underscores the power of collaborations like that of Teejay and Masicka, whose song has captured listeners’ imaginations right from its debut. With new releases consistently reshaping the chart, Jamaica’s music scene remains both vibrant and competitive as it embraces a blend of rooted tradition and fresh exploration.
