Jamaican dancehall artist Tanto Blacks is making a return to the music scene with his latest single, “Rich Carpenter,” released on February 5 by upcoming producer Polabeatz and UK-based RichBlood876.
The track will be accompanied by an official music video featuring former West Indies cricket star Chris Gayle, adding star power and a lavish visual element to the comeback release.
The video is scheduled for an exclusive premiere on CVM TV’s Onstage on Saturday, March 28, at 9 p.m. local time. Tanto Blacks is also expected to make a special appearance on the program, signaling his official return to dancehall.
Known for his witty catchphrases, humor and larger-than-life personality, Tanto Blacks takes a different approach with “Rich Carpenter,” delivering a more motivational and growth-focused message. However, the music video still embraces the extravagant persona that helped define his earlier success, with Gayle bringing his own flair and luxury lifestyle to the vibrant visuals.
“Chris is a longtime friend of mine. Our connection is real and built on loyalty,” Tanto Blacks said. “Having him in the ‘Rich Carpenter’ video felt natural because the song is about living authentically and building something meaningful.”
He added that Gayle’s transition from sports to business also served as inspiration.
“I watch how people like Chris move from cricket to business and apply that same approach to my own life and music. ‘Rich Carpenter’ is about growth, elevation and becoming your own boss in a real way,” he said.
With management, production and overall support from Polabeatz and RichBlood876, Tanto Blacks said he now has a team focused on elevating his career. The release follows a widely publicized fall from the stage during a performance, an incident the artist described as humbling and one that prompted reflection and recalibration.
RichBlood876 and Polabeatz described the single as the start of a new phase.
“This is a reset and a rise. Tanto Blacks is entering a new chapter, fully focused, motivated, driven and surrounded by the right team. ‘Rich Carpenter’ is just the beginning,” they said.
Fans can expect a steady flow of new music and content from Tanto Blacks in the coming months as he looks to re-establish himself while maintaining the personality that made him a standout figure in dancehall.
