Vybz Kartel Returns to U.S. With Busta Rhymes: Tour Stop


Vybz Kartel has returned to the U.S. for the first time after 20 years in prison to perform two sold-out shows in Brooklyn, N.Y. We go behind the scenes with the King of Dancehall to see how he feels about being back on tour, his show essentials and more!

Did you see Vybz Kartel live? Let us know in the comments below!

Vybz Kartel:
Hi, my name is blank. Wagwan. My name is Vybz Kartel, and I’m here in Brooklyn with Billboard. Where are you? 

Interviewer:
All right, World Boss, how does it feel to be back in New York? 

It feels blessed, you know, because, remember, it’s been 20 years, so for me to be here now, it’s just a feeling of jubilation. It’s a triumphant feeling. 

Team Member:
This is for you. Congratulations, two sold-out shows, where you need to be love, where the people are. 

I’m here with my family, not just my family, family. I’m here with CJ, the promoter, she’s family as well. TJ, Scatter, the whole crew. It feels amazing, and I feel blessed. 

What do you remember about the last time you performed in New York? 

Sir, I do not remember anything. But in my defense, it’s been 20 years. But if you’re talking about, like, being in the streets mingling with the people from Bronx to Brooklyn to Queens, Flatbush, I’m in White Plains, so it’s giving nostalgia.

What are your dressing room essentials? 

My dressing room essentials are beautiful women, expensive clothes and God around us.

What does your preshow routine look like? 

Drinking with beautiful women, expensive clothes and God around us. 

What song are you most excited to perform?

Oh, “Brooklyn Anthem.” Come on, this is BK.

Keep watching for more!



  • Related Posts

    Muni Long Gives Flowers To Janet Jackson & More, Using a Bow & Arrow
    • May 8, 2025

    Drew Afualo gives flowers to Muni Long and she shares who has inspired her music, her knowing how to use a bow and arrow and more at Billboard Women in…

    Continue reading
    7 Música Mexicana Artists Who Experimented With Reggaetón Music 
    • May 7, 2025

    Who would’ve ever thought — a Regional Mexican artist doing reggaetón music? But it works. Earlier this year, Billboard editors predicted “corridos experimentation” as a Latin music trend in 2025.…

    Continue reading

    Random News

    Trump Has A Meltdown And Smears Pete Buttigieg When Asked About His FAA Disaster

    • By gonews
    • May 8, 2025
    • 1 views
    Trump Has A Meltdown And Smears Pete Buttigieg When Asked About His FAA Disaster

    Aurora co-founder Sterling Anderson is leaving the self-driving truck startup

    • By gonews
    • May 8, 2025
    • 0 views
    Aurora co-founder Sterling Anderson is leaving the self-driving truck startup

    Is Ligue 1 Outshining The EPL Or Just Farming Glory?

    • By gonews
    • May 8, 2025
    • 0 views
    Is Ligue 1 Outshining The EPL Or Just Farming Glory?

    Israel Issues Six-Month Administrative Detention Order against Ali al-Samoudi

    • By gonews
    • May 8, 2025
    • 1 views
    Israel Issues Six-Month Administrative Detention Order against Ali al-Samoudi