Kingston’s New Voice for Peace — Singer 1Journey Using Dancehall to Heal, Not Hurt

In a time when much of dancehall thrives on bravado and bravura, Kingston-born recording artiste 1Journey is stepping out with a message of peace and purpose. Her new single, “Stop The War”, produced by Rise And Shine Production, is a melodic call for unity amid chaos — a song that blends reggae’s roots of social consciousness with the pulse of modern dancehall. Inspired by the rising global conflicts and ongoing violence at home, 1Journey says her mission is to “inspire peace and help people find more diplomatic ways to achieve resolution.”

While many new artistes focus on love, money, and “gyallis” culture, 1Journey stands apart, bringing back the spirit of message-driven music once championed by icons like Bob Marley and Queen Ifrica. “I’m not like many artists — I learn from everyone,” she said. “Messages like mine are meant to uplift, motivate, and bring forth peace and love.” Her songwriting, though deeply personal, feels universal — a reminder that dancehall’s power lies not only in rhythm but in responsibility.

At the core of 1Journey’s artistry is faith — a grounding force shaped by her mother’s daily prayers. “Nothing in this world beats a praying mom,” she reflected. “It’s natural for me to wake up and build a relationship with God. It’s shaped my mindset and I’m grateful for that.” That spiritual discipline radiates through “Stop The War,” particularly in her heartfelt lyric, “Let them know peace we teach, put down the bombs and guns we keep.”

As she builds her catalogue, 1Journey hopes to be remembered as “the artist who gives voice to the voiceless.” And with “Stop The War” already resonating across streaming platforms and grassroots movements, it’s clear — she’s not just another artist chasing hits. She’s a young woman using her mic to move hearts and, perhaps, heal a world that desperately needs it.

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