Dancehall rising star Armanii drops long-awaited debut album THE IMPACT
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- (Snapchat)” and “CHAMPION,” and draws inspiration from classic dancehall and R&B while incorporating contemporary hip-hop influences.
- The album includes collaborations with Jamaican dancehall artists Jada Kingdom and Malie Donn, as well as rising hip-hop artist Bay Swag, underscoring Armanii’s cross-genre approach.</p> <p data-start="652" data-end="1005">“This album embodies everything that makes me who I am,” Armanii said.
- “It’s about where I come from, the people who raised me, and everything I’ve been through.
- I just wanted to make music that feels real, that celebrates Jamaica, our culture in its rawest form, and also connects with anyone listening.
- I’m excited to finally share it with the world.”</p> <p data-start="1007" data-end="1365">The album opens with “CHAMPION,” a track that first introduced Armanii’s artistic direction ahead of the full release.
The 15-track project, released via UnitedMasters, features the hit singles “U A GWAN,” “B.B.B. (Snapchat)” and “CHAMPION,” and draws inspiration from classic dancehall and R&B while incorporating contemporary hip-hop influences. The album includes collaborations with Jamaican dancehall artists Jada Kingdom and Malie Donn, as well as rising hip-hop artist Bay Swag, underscoring Armanii’s cross-genre approach.
“This album embodies everything that makes me who I am,” Armanii said. “It’s about where I come from, the people who raised me, and everything I’ve been through. I just wanted to make music that feels real, that celebrates Jamaica, our culture in its rawest form, and also connects with anyone listening. I’m excited to finally share it with the world.”
The album opens with “CHAMPION,” a track that first introduced Armanii’s artistic direction ahead of the full release. Built around the refrain “My son, you a champion,” the song centers on perseverance, ambition and self-belief. It was released alongside a video documenting Armanii’s involvement in rebuilding a home in Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa.
The second track, “SIQ,” departs from his traditional reggae flow, opening with a piano melody before shifting into a trap-driven beat. Another standout, “LOSE YOUR LOVE,” reflects the heart of the project, paying homage to traditional dancehall and Armanii’s Jamaican roots. The track blends classic reggae and dancehall elements, featuring rich horn arrangements, gritty guitar riffs and the bright resonance of steel drums.
The album closes with the title track “IMPACT,” which fuses dancehall, hip-hop and R&B. Its production nods to the textures of classic R&B, while its lyrical cadence draws from old-school rap storytelling, reinforcing Armanii’s aim to push the boundaries of modern dancehall.
THE IMPACT tracklist includes: “CHAMPION,” “SIQ,” “HIGH CLASS” featuring Bay Swag, “SHY,” “LOSE YOUR LOVE,” “U A GWAN,” “BALCONY” featuring Jada Kingdom, “B.B.B. (Snapchat),” “FUCK UP,” “JUMP,” “WINE,” “8:00 PM” featuring Malie Donn, “DEC 5,” “BLEACH” and “IMPACT.”
Armanii has gained growing industry recognition for his innovative take on dancehall. Earlier this year, he was named “Best Impact Dancehall Artist” at the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards. His single “U A GWAN” has also received international attention from major publications, including Billboard and Rolling Stone.
With THE IMPACT, Armanii delivers a bold and soulful debut that positions him as one of the most promising voices in the next generation of dancehall artists.
