Dancehall songstress Lisa Hyper has issued a public apology to iconic deejay Beenie Man, marking a poignant chapter in her ongoing journey of healing and reinvention. The “Soul Cry” singer took to Instagram over the Easter holidays following a heartfelt reunion with the dancehall doctor at Boom Sundays in Kingston. In a multi-slide post, she expressed regret for past remarks made during a period of mental instability: “First thing I wanna do is apologize to you for what I said the other day when I wasn’t myself. You have always been there for me personally and musically, and I just want you to know I will never forget that.” She ended with a note of affection and respect: “From slim goody to thick goody 😆 Thank you @kingbeenieman for being one of my mentors and for the contribution you made to my career 🤗 A True King You Are Indeed. God Bless You 🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.”
Born Felicia Gooden, Lisa Hyper has navigated her share of public and personal trials. She recently faced a disorderly conduct charge in Jamaica and a trespassing case in the U.S., the latter of which was dismissed when the complainant failed to appear. After missing a February court date in Kingston, she was briefly subject to a bench warrant, which was later rescinded following the submission of medical documentation. Her attorney, Petreta Gabbidon, explained that the court was “satisfied with her medical records,” allowing her to proceed with a new hearing date set for May 22. These events occurred not long after a highly publicized hospitalization at the University Hospital of the West Indies, further highlighting her battle with mental health.
Yet even in the eye of the storm, Hyper has found strength through her music. She is preparing to release her much-anticipated EP The Golden Fleece, a seven-track project she describes as symbolic of a spiritual and creative rebirth. “I believe I am a Golden Fleece,” she declared in an exclusive interview with Prism Marketing Consultants. “It represents my value, my transformation, and everything I’ve overcome. I’ll release it whenever the universe says the time is right.” While remaining tight-lipped about potential collaborations, she revealed her direct involvement in the production, underscoring a desire to take full ownership of her narrative.
Lisa Hyper’s vulnerability is a rare act of defiance in an industry that often prioritizes image over introspection. A 2016 study by the University of Westminster and MusicTank revealed that musicians are three times more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression than the general population. In Jamaica, where mental health remains a taboo topic, her candour is slowly helping to shift public perception. As fans and fellow artists rally behind her, Hyper’s journey reflects a larger conversation about healing, accountability, and the power of art to mend what fame often fractures.
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