‘Bounty Killer represents the spirit of the people’

Dancehall legend, Rodney ‘Bounty Killer’ Price, will be given the Generational Impact: Guardian of the Culture Award this year for his outstanding charitable contributions, his impact on dancehall music and for being a fearless advocate for the disenfranchised.

The award recognises individuals whose work preserves cultural heritage while shaping the future of their communities.

The award will be presented during the Uplift the Community Benefit Concert, part of the Seaview Gardens Community Assistance Project, taking place in Kingston 11 on March 29. The event will feature a Community Day and Health Fair for residents, followed by a benefit concert aimed at raising support for youth development and community initiatives.

“Bounty Killer represents the spirit of the people. His music speaks truth, but more importantly, his actions have always reflected a commitment to uplifting the community,” Dwight Hermit, event organiser, said.

Sherone White, founder of Let Us S.O.A.R., which is spearheading the initiative,e said few embody this mission more fully than Bounty Killer, “who has spent decades defending culture, empowering artistes, and advocating for the people.”

In addition to the award, organisers will establish the Bounty Killer Generational Impact Scholarship. Each year, the scholarship will support two graduating students from Seaview Gardens Primary School; one boy and one girl, as they transition into high school, the release said.

The initiative reflects Bounty Killer’s lifelong commitment to empowering youth and ensuring that the next generation has the opportunity to rise through education and community support.

Dancehall artiste, Blakkman, who is originally from Seaview Gardens, hailed Bounty Killer’s influence.

“Bounty Killer is more than an artiste, he is a teacher and a general in the culture. Many of us who are creating music today stand on the foundation he built,” Blakkman said.

“Honouring him in the community where the culture lives is powerful, because it shows the youth that leadership and greatness come from serving the people.”

Organisers say the recognition is intended to become an annual honour celebrating individuals who protect and advance Caribbean culture while uplifting their communities.