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About
Jamaican reggae, dancehall, and gospel singer known for originally being a dancehall DJ before becoming a Christian gospel artist and pastor and known for songs including "I Will Survive," "Dancehall Good to We," "Strange," "Style and Fashion," "Step Pon Di Enemy," and "God & I" and albums such as Victory, God & I, Real & Personal, Higher Heights, My Story, One Blood, Journey, and Life Lessons.
Before fame
He began performing on sound systems as a youth. He started his career on the Stereo Phonic sound system in 1980 before moving through other sound systems including Lee's Unlimited and Creation.
Trivia
He released his first gospel album Victory in October 1999. He won Rap/Hip Hop Gospel CD of the Year at the 2004 Stellar Awards for God & I. His big break came in 1989 when his song "I Will Survive" became a major Jamaican hit and topped local charts.
Family life
His real name is Tyrone Thompson. He married Debbie Thompson, and they have six children together. He and his wife became ordained ministers and founded Our Father's Kingdom Ministries International in Florida.
Associated with
He collaborated with Lecrae Moore and Andy Mineo on the 2013 song "The Fever" from Lecrae's Church Clothes 2.
