Shaggy talks about new album with Sting, Robin Thicke, and more
Shaggy, the well-known reggae artist, is gearing up to release his first album in six years titled “Lottery.” Known for hits like “Boombastic,” Shaggy promises that this new album will be a versatile one that listeners can enjoy for various occasions. According to him, “You can dance to it, you can cry to it, you can get ready to it. You know what I mean? You can make love to it.” Featuring collaborations with renowned artists like Sting, Robin Thicke, Akon, Jeremiah, and Anthony Hamilton, Shaggy’s upcoming album is highly anticipated by fans and music enthusiasts.
Shaggy, who recently performed at BitBasel during Art Week in Miami, impressed the crowd with classic tunes like “It Wasn’t Me,” “Angel,” and “Boombastic” along with a sneak peek of his new tracks. Reflecting on his sound, Shaggy expresses his aversion to conforming to a standard formula, preferring to maintain the unique, fun, and joyful essence of his music. Describing his signature sound as a fusion of reggae and hybrid beats, he emphasizes his love for creating music that brings joy and a smile to his listeners’ faces.
Despite his successful performance at the Macy’s Day Parade, Shaggy humorously reminisces about the experience, admitting that he underestimated the cold weather and should have dressed more warmly. Not one to back down from new challenges, Shaggy will be taking on a theatrical role in Sting’s musical production, “The Last Ship,” at the Metropolitan Opera House in June. Reflecting on his collaboration with Sting, Shaggy highlights their unique bond, describing Sting as the brother he never knew he needed, emphasizing their shared experiences and fun moments together.
In addition to his upcoming album release and theatrical debut, Shaggy remains committed to giving back to his community. He will be performing at the Jamaica Strong benefit concert to support the island’s recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa. With an exciting lineup of projects and collaborations on the horizon, Shaggy’s fans eagerly anticipate the release of “Lottery” and his future endeavors in music and theater.