Tarrus Riley: The Reggae Star Bringing Good Vibes with New Music
Jamaican reggae artist Tarrus Riley is set to enchant fans with his latest musical offerings as he prepares for an upcoming performance in Fort Lauderdale. Known for his soulful voice and positive messages, Riley is back in the spotlight with a new track featuring the iconic Sean Paul.
New Hit: “It’s Showtime”
Riley’s current single, “It’s Showtime,” embodies the essence of good vibes that reggae is celebrated for. He describes the song as being about self-esteem and living life to the fullest:
“A self-esteem kind-of song. If life is a movie, we need to live it — showtime, star time — so that’s what it is,” says Tarrus Riley.
Beyond its upbeat rhythm, “It’s Showtime” carries a heartfelt narrative. Riley notes:
“It’s actually a love song. I’m singing to a girl. I say, ‘You’re my star, girl. It’s showtime,’ you know, so it works.”
Collaboration with Sean Paul
The track is enriched by the presence of Sean Paul, a dancehall legend and a pivotal figure in Jamaican music. Speaking about Riley, Sean expresses:
“Tarrus Riley is a phenomenal artist, a big voice in Jamaican music. Any producer that works with him is kinda taken aback by the power of his voice.”
Riley reflects on their collaboration, highlighting the valuable experience he gained from working with such an established artist:
“Definitely was a great experience. You know, he’s a veteran, and he has a whole heap of knowledge and experience that he can share with you.”
Collaboration and Legacy
Riley enjoys collaborating with artists who share his passion for music. He mentions his work with Ellie Goulding on the track “Powerful” as another creative outlet that fuels his artistic energy:
“So I like to collaborate with energy, so whoever loves the music — crazy, like how I love it — I wanna collaborate with them.”
However, some of his most cherished collaborations were with his late father, Jimmy Riley, a renowned singer himself. Reflecting on those moments, he shared:
“At the time, I probably never knew the magnitude of who my father was and what he was doing, so I was really just spending quality time with my pops.”
New Release: “Love Again”
Riley’s newest single, “Love Again,” released earlier this week, is believed to resonate with many. He expressed the importance of its message amidst current societal negativity:
“The message for me is so important because, like I said, everybody’s so aggressive nowadays, and nobody don’t like nobody. Nobody don’t like nothing. I’m like, ‘Relax, let’s just chill out for a minute.'”
Upcoming Live Performance
Fans can catch Tarrus Riley live at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale on May 2, 2025, where he will be accompanied by Dean Fraser and The Blak Soil Band. The concert details are as follows:
- Venue: Wells Hall at The Parker
- Address: 707 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
- Date and Time: May 2 @ 8:30 p.m.
Tickets for the event are available through various outlets.
