Биография

Raised in Clarendon Parish, Jamaica, Naptali took the Hebraic biblical name after working with the legendary Luciano; someone he cites as being pivotal in his own humble beginnings as an artist, back in the early 2000s. Two decades of music followed – not least seeing him work with his mentor on the 2013 album Qabalah Man, but also the incomparable Ras Muhamad, duetting across the stunning track Farmerman. Countless songs of his own, and across riddims, were lovingly produced in the intervening years. This strength of mind, trust in Jah and humble self-confidence sum up Naptali’s approach to everything he does in life. A commtted Rastafarian, his spiritual beliefs drive not only the path he treads both personally but also in his music. Highly conscious, Naptali has been given the skill and ability to relay complex messages in a way that everyone can understand and relate to. His ability to create almost poetic lyrical content sets him at the highest plains with many other contemporary artists.Naptali has one of the most recognisable voices to come out of the Roots movement, too. He has a gorgeous timbre, which sits comfortably in an upper baritone and full tenor range.Naptali has indeed been blessed with a special talent. His uplifting vocal sound and tone, coupled with his poetic lyrics, make him one of the most endearing artists to emerge in recent years. Now, the world will see even more of this humble yet renowned man.