Dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel has weighed in on Shenseea’s claim to the Queen of Dancehall title, making it clear that while he believes she has what it takes to wear the crown one day, she’s not quite there yet.
Speaking on Miami’s 103.5 The Beat, the Worl’ Boss shared his views just days after Shenseea declared herself the new Queen of Dancehall during her EP launch at Lume in Miami, citing “statistics” to back up her claim.
“No, not yet,” Kartel responded when asked whether Shenseea was the new queen. “I think she’s an amazing princess.”
Kartel had nothing but praise for the Jamaican hitmaker, highlighting her beauty, talent and relentless work ethic.
“She’s beautiful. She’s talented. She works like a man,” he said, of his three time collaborator, explaining that Shenseea puts in the hard work needed to succeed.
However, when it comes to who currently holds the crown, Kartel made his position clear.
“As far as I’m concerned now, I think Spice is the queen.”
Still, the Gaza boss believes Shenseea’s time will come, describing her as the most beautiful princess Dancehall has ever had.
He also acknowledged that different generations can have different queens, comparing the debate to his own rise in Dancehall when Beenie Man was already an established figure.
“If she feels that way and her generation supports her, fine by all means,” Kartel said, adding that “two things can be right at the same time.”
