The Major Is Building Dancehall’s Next Wave

The Major isn’t chasing noise — he’s chasing impact. In an era where trends come and go overnight, his approach is rooted in something more timeless: emotion, substance, and the kind of melodies that stick with you long after the song ends. Emerging with a sound shaped by early inspirations like Kranium and Dexta Daps, The Major has been quietly crafting a lane that blends strong vocal delivery with meaningful storytelling.

What started as a simple first recording quickly turned into something undeniable when the people around him couldn’t stop replaying his music — not just listening, but singing every word back to him. That moment became the spark. Since then, he’s taken the independent grind head-on, building his career from the ground up while staying committed to authenticity and growth.

In this Q&A, The Major opens up about his beginnings, his creative process, the song that defined his direction, and what he hopes listeners feel when they press play.

When did you first realize music was something you could truly pursue seriously?
When I recorded my first song and the initial reaction from the people that were around me. I played it for some friends and they would walk around singing it word for word.

How would you describe your creative process when making new music?
It depends. I like to aim for a feeling that I want to capture. Also there are times that I song will just come to me and I go from there.

Who were some of your earliest influences as an artist?
Kranium and Dexta Daps were some of my early influences. Their vocals and the wordplay used in their records played a huge role. From that point it taught me to add more substance to my music.

Is there a specific song that you feel helped define who you are as an artist?
I would say there’s a song I have called “This Life” which is one of my first recordings. It was written at a time when I was trying to find the direction I wanted to take. I realized that my path was geared towards music so I embraced it and began my journey full time.

What has been one of the biggest challenges you’ve faced coming up in the industry?
I started my career alone. So finding the right group of people to build a team with was a challenge.

What made you realize the power your music can have on people?
One of my friends was going through some tough times. He was listening to one of my songs and it drove him to tears. It made me see the ability that music has to change lives and even save lives. I believe dancehall is still in a good space and I’m here to help take it to another level.

How important is authenticity to you in your music?
I believe that music comes from within and how you deliver it determines how people interpret your music.

What kind of legacy do you want to leave behind through your career?
I really want people to identify with my music. Once it gets to that point I feel like I did my job. Making people feel good and helping them capture the moment is what it’s all about.

What can fans expect next from you moving forward?
We have a lot of things planned. I want to get up and close to the people who are riding with me. I’m going to continue being consistent and evolving in the space.

The Major represents the kind of artist dancehall needs right now — someone who respects the culture, understands the emotion behind the music, and is committed to pushing it forward with substance. From the very beginning, his gift has been clear: he doesn’t just make songs, he creates moments people can feel themselves in.

And as his journey continues to evolve, one thing is certain — The Major isn’t here to follow the wave. He’s here to raise the level.