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Holiday music from Chaka Demus
Few names in reggae and dancehall carry as much recall as Chaka Demus.
For more than three decades, his voice and style have defined an era of Jamaican music that reached every corner of the globe.
Now Chaka Demus is stepping into a new chapter, bringing the warmth of reggae to the holiday season with his latest release, Christmas Time released on his label Bright Star Productions.
The track blends the joy of the holiday season with the unmistakable swing of Jamaican rhythm, delivering a folksy yet modern anthem perfect for family gatherings, community celebrations, and global holiday playlists.
It’s a feel-good celebration that reflects Chaka Demus’ jolly, fun-loving energy—pure Christmas, Jamaican style.
Rising from Kingston’s vibrant sound system culture, Chaka Demus (born John Taylor) quickly gained recognition as a deejay with commanding stage presence and a gift for infectious rhythms.Chaka Demus has cemented his name in Jamaican music, starting with hits like One Scotch to popular street tunes like Young Gal Business and Bad Bad Chaka, one of his most requested live tunes up to this day.
Together, Chaka Demus & Pliers became household names, breaking records and barriers with hits like Murder She Wrote, Tease Me, and their chart-topping rendition of Twist and Shout. They made history as the first Jamaican act to score five-consecutive UK Top 20 singles, opening doors for dancehall and reggae to flourishing mainstream pop markets.
Beyond the duo’s success, Chaka Demus has continued to record and perform, maintaining his reputation as an innovator and cultural ambassador for Jamaican music.
Earlier this year he released the single Mi Love You, signalling a renewed creative spark and reminding fans of his enduring artistry.
Christmas Time will be available worldwide on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Audiomack.
SONG INFO
Release Date: June 27 2025
Genre: Reggae/Loversrock
Produced by:Chaka Demus
Label: Bright Star Production
Duration: 3:45
About: "Mi Love You" “
Mi Love You” by Chaka Demus is a smooth, romantic reggae single that blends heartfelt lyrics with a classic lovers rock vibe. Produced by Bright Star Production, the track showcases Chaka Demus’ signature style—sincere, soulful, and deeply rooted in Jamaican musical tradition. With its warm harmonies and catchy hook, “Mi Love You” is a timeless dedication to love, connection, and devotion.
ABOUT CHAKA DEMUS
Chaka Demus, born John Taylor in Kingston, Jamaica, is a globally recognized reggae and dancehall artist with a career spanning over three decades. Rising to fame in the late 1980s and early '90s, he is best known as one half of the legendary duo Chaka Demus & Pliers, whose chart-topping hits like "Murder She Wrote," "Tease Me," and "She Don’t Let Nobody" helped bring Jamaican music to the international mainstream. Their infectious blend of dancehall energy and melodic hooks earned them Platinum sales, a place on major global stages, and enduring respect in the reggae world.
Now flying solo under his own imprint Bright Star Production, Chaka Demus continues to create, produce, and uplift reggae music with authenticity and charisma. His new single “Mi Love You” (out June 27) is a heartfelt ode to romantic devotion, backed by vibrant production and classic lovers rock vibes.
