Fresh off a dominant showing at the 2026 International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA), where he walked away with nine trophies, Vybz Kartel is once again making waves internationally — this time on the Billboard charts. The dancehall icon has secured a notable double debut thanks to his collaboration with Chris Brown, further cementing his growing presence in mainstream global music markets.
The track, lifted from Brown’s self-titled album BROWN, debuts at No. 39 on Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart while simultaneously entering the R&B Songs chart at No. 22. The achievement marks another major crossover moment for Kartel, whose influence continues to extend beyond dancehall into the wider U.S. R&B and hip-hop space. Meanwhile, BROWN is enjoying a strong commercial run of its own, entering the Billboard 200 at No. 7 while also charting prominently on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, Top Album Sales and Top Streaming Albums rankings.
For many fans, the latest Billboard success represents another chapter in Kartel’s ongoing international resurgence. The deejay previously made history with Ramping Shop alongside Spice in 2009, and has since maintained visibility through high-profile collaborations with global acts. More recently, he appeared on PBT alongside Travis Scott and Tyla, which peaked at No. 5 on Billboard’s Rhythmic Airplay chart in late 2025.
The latest achievement arrives at a time when Kartel’s global demand appears stronger than ever. Between sold-out performances, streaming growth and renewed Billboard traction, the dancehall heavyweight continues to prove that his influence stretches far beyond Jamaica’s borders.
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