Jamaica's Child Star Rushawn Still Riding "Beautiful Day" Global Wave
Discover the latest on Jamaica's viral child star Rushawn and his global success with his rendition of "Beautiful Day" by Jermaine Edwards. Read more about his collaborations, streaming numbers, and impact on the reggae music scene in this music blog.
Staff Reporter
Jamaica's viral child star Rushawn has taken the world by storm with his rendition of Jermaine Edwards' "Beautiful Day." The young star from Tophill St. Elizabeth has been riding a global wave of success since signing with Sony Music in mid-January 2023. With three major collaborations already released, Rushawn's music is generating nearly 600,000 Spotify streams daily, with his version of "Beautiful Day" continuing to lead the pack.
The collaboration with South Africa's The Kiffness has propelled the young star's version of "Beautiful Day" to unprecedented heights, with 2.2 million Spotify streams in the week ending Feb 10th 2022. This version has not only become the most listened to reggae song in the last 90 days, but it has also surpassed an all-time milestone of 12.9 million streams since its release on December 16th 2022.
Jermaine Edwards' original song, released in 2012, has also seen an uptick in popularity, with a weekly average of 139,000 Spotify streams, bringing the all-time total to 1.5 million. While it may seem that Rushawn's success has overshadowed Jermaine's current presence in the homegrown space, it is without a doubt that the young star's success could not have happened without the foundation laid by Jermaine.
Rushawn's success can be attributed to his unique voice, combined with his youthful energy and undeniable talent. He has managed to capture the hearts of fans both in Jamaica and around the world, with his music appealing to people of all ages and backgrounds. It is clear that the young star is destined for greatness, and his collaborations with major artists like The Kiffness are only the beginning of what is sure to be a long and successful career.
In a world that is constantly changing, Rushawn's music provides a refreshing reminder of the joy and positivity that can be found in everyday life. His rendition of "Beautiful Day" is a testament to the power of music to bring people together and uplift their spirits. As Rushawn's star continues to rise, it is clear that his music will continue to inspire and bring joy to people around the world.
