Dear WISY,
I am a struggling female
artist in the dancehall reggae industry.
I fault myself for not following through and accomplishing my childhood
goal of being famous. I got caught up in
the stories and false romances that swirl through this industry like a hurricane.
I started off not
realizing my own talent. Everyone was
impressed with my work except for me. I
soon stopped being my worst enemy and I began to write songs daily as if I was
making a meal and had to do it to survive.
I couldn’t help but write. Lyrics
poured out of me full force and I dried the ink in my pens and exhausted all my
notebook paper. I recorded more than
Vybz Kartel did between ‘08 and his arrest date. So why am I not on tour performing? Why am I not heard on the radio constantly? Why?
Because I got caught up.
I got caught up in the
lyrics of others in the industry. I fell
for "his" lyrics knowing damn well that I myself should not be taken
seriously because my words were just that—lyrics. But somehow “he” was able to break through
the tough persona of my lyrics and touch my heart the way a girl dreams
of. I put down my pen and paper for
him.
Meanwhile, he is still
recording and gaining major recognition.
When I say major, I mean you’re probably familiar with his songs. He would never be featured in this magazine
because he is not underrated. He’s made
his name. And me? I am here writing my gripes to you. I am like the silly girls I sing about. I am so disappointed with myself. One day, I may reveal myself. Once I hit that top spot, I can write to you
again and say, “Hey! Rememba mi?” LOL.
My advice to any young
female trying to buss in this dancehall business is to demand
respect—especially if you have talent.
When I say have talent, I mean, nobody has to write a word for you, your
voice sounds great on a riddim and you have stage presence. Demand respect and if possible get a manager
who truly has your best interest at heart.
Be wise and don’t let these guys fill your head with nonsense. The ones that care will help elevate you, not
try to get on top of you! - LITERALLY!
Mi gone write yaa. I promise you will be getting an update from
me soon. Blessings WISY and all the
best!
Signed,
Anonymous (for now)
