Ras-I teams with Munga Honourable for ‘Rastafari in Charge’

Rising reggae-dancehall artiste Ras-I has unveiled his newest single, Rastafari in Charge, a spirited collaboration with legendary deejay Munga Honourable.

Produced by the dynamic duo Koastal Kings, the track fuses classic roots reggae sensibilities with modern dancehall flair, delivering an uplifting message of positivity, resilience, and community.

“When I first heard Keneil’s (of Koastal Kings) melody, the words ‘bad energy deh pan pause ’cause Rastafari in charge’ just came out, and we all started dancing and vibing,” recalled Ras-I. “That moment of good vibes in the second verse was our Selah — a clear sign the song was complete.”

Ras-I phoned Munga the same Friday night and sent him the rough cut. Though everyone was already on their way home, Munga messaged back asking for the studio location. He pulled up 10 minutes later, eager to lend his voice.

“Big respect to him,” said Ras-I. “Growing up, Munga was a major influence on my music. So, to record a track of this magnitude with him is incredibly special.”

“Koastal Kings’ production elevates the track’s timeless hook while ensuring it will resonate on any dancehall or music festival stage. Munga Honourable’s seasoned gravitas perfectly complements Ras-I’s soulful delivery, together inviting listeners to discard negativity and embrace joy, conscious living, and collective upliftment,” a press release stated.

Immanuel ‘Ras-I’ Kerr is a singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist whose genre-bending sound blends roots reggae with rhythm & blues, funk, African grooves, and dancehall energy.

Drawing inspiration from reggae legends such as Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, and Peter Tosh, as well as R&B icons Smokey Robinson and Teddy Pendergrass, Ras-I crafts music that uplifts and enlightens. His 2023 début project, Tsojourna, earned critical acclaim, and he was named Best New Reggae Artist at the 2024 Caribbean Music Awards.

Whether on guitar, keyboard, or percussion, Ras-I remains committed to creating a timeless catalogue that honours the legacy of his predecessors while charting a fresh course for the next generation.

Rastafari in Charge is now available on all major streaming platforms, and the music video will be released in a few weeks.