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!



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