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  • Jamaican Reggae Singer Minna LaFortune Releases New Single  “Dance to the Afrobeat”

    Jamaican Reggae Singer Minna LaFortune Releases New Single  “Dance to the Afrobeat”

    Jamaican-born singer-songwriter Minna LaFortune continues to captivate audiences with her latest single, “Dance to the Afrobeat,” a vibrant fusion of Afrobeat rhythms and soulful melodies. 

    This track is featured on her upcoming album, Dance with Me Volume 2, set to release later this month.

    “Dance to the Afrobeat” invites listeners to immerse themselves in the infectious energy of Afrobeat, encouraging movement and connection. The song’s lyrics celebrate unity and the joy of dance, reflecting LaFortune’s commitment to creating music that resonates across cultures.

    LaFortune’s musical journey is marked by her dedication to blending traditional Caribbean sounds with contemporary genres. 

    Her previous works, including singles like “Cease Fire” and “This is the Time for Me,” have garnered attention for their powerful messages and genre- defying compositions.

    About Minna LaFortune

    Minna LaFortune is a Brooklyn-based reggae artist known for her soulful voice and ability to blend traditional Caribbean sounds with contemporary genres. With a recording career spanning over two years, LaFortune continues to push musical boundaries, creating songs that resonate with a global audience. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, and rooted in Brooklyn, NY, her music blends reggae, dancehall, soca, and Afrobeat—delivering messages of love, resilience, and unity.

    Listen to  “Dance to the Afrobeat” by Mina La Fortune


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  • Jamaican Reggae singer Minna LaFortune’s New Single “Cease Fire” Calls for an End to Gun Violence

    Jamaican Reggae singer Minna LaFortune’s New Single “Cease Fire” Calls for an End to Gun Violence

    Jamaican reggae artist Minna LaFortune is calling for  unity and an end to gun violence with the release of her powerful new single, “Cease Fire.” 

    This stirring anthem confronts the devastating impact of gun violence on urban centers and marginalized neighborhoods worldwide. 

    The song vividly portrays the tragic loss of young Black lives in places such as Jamaica, New York City, Haiti, Trinidad, and Soweto—where gunshots have claimed lives and left communities shattered.

    “Cease Fire” not only calls for an end to violence but also highlights the heart-wrenching consequences of such bloodshed. With lines like,

    “Mothers are crying,

    Sons and fathers gone,

    Children left to carry on,”

    the track paints a poignant picture of the human toll of gun violence, urging listeners to come together and break this destructive cycle.

    In an impassioned message, Minna LaFortune explains her inspiration:

    “I wrote ‘Cease Fire’ because I am deeply saddened by the relentless cycle of gun violence affecting young Black men and boys across the globe. Too many of our youth are losing their lives in their teens and twenties, caught in a cycle where death and violence seem inevitable. This song is a rallying cry for us to stand together, choose peace, and reshape our destiny by educating and inspiring one another.”

    The track’s fusion of reggae with elements of hip-hop and dancehall underscores its dynamic energy and universal appeal. “Cease Fire” is not only a call to lay down arms and stop the killing—it is also an invitation to rebuild communities with love, education, and resilience.

    Listen to Cease Fire by Minna LaFortune

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