“I feel like I can find back a lot of fun and passion in my music right now.” With that earnest declaration, dancehall powerhouse Shenseea has officially confirmed that she is now an independent artiste—stepping boldly into a new era of creative freedom. In an Instagram Story posted to her millions of followers, the ShengYeng leader revealed that she has been operating independently since November 2024, following her quiet but confirmed split from Interscope Records.
The announcement comes at a high point in Shenseea’s already remarkable career. Over the recent days, she lit up the stage at two major international events—Davido’s 5ive album listening party in Los Angeles and Vybz Kartel’s sold-out concerts at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, further cementing her status as one of dancehall’s most visible and versatile stars. With her ability to effortlessly straddle Caribbean authenticity and global appeal, Shenseea’s solo stride couldn’t be better timed.
Shenseea’s tenure with Interscope, which began in 2019 via a partnership with Rvssian’s Rich Immigrants label, delivered two critically acclaimed projects: Alpha (2022), which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart, and Never Gets Late Here (2024), which earned her a Grammy nomination. Now, unshackled from label obligations, she’s riding a fresh wave of momentum powered by the viral success of Shake It to the Max (Remix) featuring Moliy, Skillibeng, and Silent Addy—an international hit that’s caught fire across TikTok and Spotify.
Currently tied with Masicka for the most nominations—seven each—at the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards, Shenseea’s future looks as bold as her beats. With over 7.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify and an unwavering fan base across the diaspora, her leap into independence marks more than just a business move; it’s a reclaiming of artistic joy. As she puts it, “we ’bout to turn up, ShengYeng!”—and the world is listening.
