These are tough times in Jamaica, especially for young people. Many of them are in despair because of the country’s sluggish economy. Singer Valiant is encouraging his peers to keep their chins up with “Enjoy yuh Life”, a song released on January 28 by Cocojamzmusik out of Austin, Texas.
The 23 year-old Valiant is from Kingston, Jamaica’s capital. He has seen his share of young people either being murdered or committing suicide. “’Enjoy yuh Life is basically a song about enjoying each and every moment with the person you love because life is short and people are dying every day. The song is about being stress-free,” he said.
Valiant is a graduate of Oberlin High School, which also counts singer George Nooks among its past students. Successive governments and private sector groups in Jamaica have encouraged young people to at least secure a high school diploma to pave the way for gainful employment.
Born Raheem Bowes, Valiant says he has been singing since childhood. He officially began recording 10 years ago and has done songs like “Topflyt” and “Better Than That” for various producers.
Cocojamzmusik is owned by American Mary Nicole John. Launched in 2021, it has produced several songs by Jamaican acts including Maestro Don, Dahvid Slur and Kempo.
Written by Howard Campbell