Top 10 Streaming Soca Song for 2024
2024 has drawn to a close and we have taken a look at the soca songs that dominated the streaming platforms. These songs have been pumping from the back of a truck at carnivals across the global and became anthems in 90% of the fetes.
Here is a list of the top 10 most played soca songs on YouTube for 2024 amassing more then 40 million views together.
10. “In the Centre” by Farmer Nappy & GBM Nutron – 1.5m views
A well-loved collaboration that has reached 1.5M views on YouTube. Its classic soca vibe and irresistible groove has made it a staple for 2024 and beyond.
9. “Beat Rum Bad” by Wadicks – 1.9m views
Pulling in 1.9M views, this high-energy track is a favorite among fete-goers and carnival enthusiasts (especially the drinkers!).
8. “Ridge” by BDYMM – 2.1m views
With 2.1M views, this unique track is gaining attention for its unconventional approach to a breakup. Before you hear the first word the riddim has you moving the first line hooks you with its high energy delivery.
7. “Runaway” by Mical Teja – 2.8m views
A clever twist on the timeless classic Lorraine by Explainer that has reached over 2.5M views. Mical was able to create a song that emotes a desire to let go and “runaway” into the socaverse. It’s a song that is sure to become a classic.
6. “Anxiety” by Patrice Roberts – 3m views
A standout track with 3M views on YouTube, Patrice continues her reign as a soca queen with relatable lyrics and powerful vocals. The song also sits as a therpist for many going through lifes battles giving hope and comfort.
5. “Penthouse” by Voice – 3.5m views
With 3.5M views on YouTube, this song combines emotive storytelling and irresistible beats. Voice once again put us where we all want to be in a fete.
4. “Tack Back” by Kes – 4.5m views
Kes’ 2024 release hit 4.5M views on YouTube while topping Spotify’s soca playlists as well. The group’s ability to tell a story is personified in this song and provides a feeling some of us know all too well – “if di whine sweet yuh must go back Tack Back”.
3. “Someone Else” by Quan x Lil Boy 4.6m views
This breakout hit garnered 4.6M views and is still gaining traction on streaming services globally. It blends modern beats with traditional soca energy, appealing to younger audiences, not to mention the maturity in the story telling. One wishing their ex happiness is rarely done.
2. “Market” by Nadia Batson 8.1m views
With 8.1M views, this song for many especially the ladies this has been their anthem all throughout 2024. Nadia has undoubtedly nailed it once again with consistency. Nadia’s strong presence on Apple Music and Spotify ensures wide reach beyond the Caribbean diaspora – Lawd she know how to market.
1.”DNA” by Mical Teja – 8.3m views
Dominating with over 8.3M YouTube views, this track the Trinidad and Tobago Carnival Road March winner for 2024 has dominated fetes and carnivals across the world. DNA is a celebration of life, love and culture. Mical Teja continues to produce music at a high level that transcends anyone that hears it.
What is your song for 2024?
Top 10 Streaming Dancehall Songs for 2024
10. Busy Signal – Happy Birthday
- Happy Birthday is and will always be a timeless masterpiece for Busy Signal, it shows his versatility to deliver songs for occasions that both the young and old of any race can come together and enjoy. Happy Birthday is perfect for celebrations, making it a niche song, however we all have birthdays.
9. Jah Vinci – Scream
- Scream is another of Jah Vinci’s soulful masterpieces for the ladies, showcasing his vocal prowess and storytelling ability, solidifying his place as a respected artist in the reggae dancehall genre.
8. Squash – Shubout
- A solid track that highlights his grittiness and creates songs for the streets.
7. Kranium x Chronic Law – Higher Life
- This collaboration blended Chronic Law’s lyrical depth with Kranium’s melodic style, appealing to reggae and dancehall fans. Higher Life is an anthem about ambition and success, resonating with fans who aspire for more in life.
6. Vybz Kartel – Comet
- Vybz Kartel’s “Comet” capitalized on the buzz surrounding his release from prison. The song’s reflective tone resonated with loyal fans, drawing significant attention. Kartel remains one of Dancehall’s most consistent streaming artists, with the staging of his Freedom Street concert at The National Stadium in Jamaica. Kartel is a hot topic going into 2025.
5. Armanii – Haad (Fiesta)
- This song marked a career breakthrough for Armanii, solidifying his position as an emerging talent in dancehall. Its catchy rhythm and relatable lyrics resonated particularly with younger audiences. The song’s success earned Armanii recognition from major brands, including a deal with Flow Jamaica. The track has since become a staple in Caribbean parties and events.
4. Squash – Big Breeze
- Big Breeze was a standout track for Squash in 2024, reestablishing his dominance after a quieter period. Its strong production and relatable themes of success and resilience helped it become a party anthem.
3. Masicka – Whites
- Whites reinforced Masicka’s reputation as one of the genre’s top artists, adding to his chart dominance. Its gritty lyrics and storytelling resonated with fans, showcasing Masicka’s lyrical prowess. Whites demonstrates Masicka’s work ethic and talent, positioning him as a generational leader in dancehall.
2. Masicka – All Over Again
- This track was part of Masicka’s critically acclaimed “Generation of Kings” album, which showcased his versatility. “All Over Again” shows Masicka’s ability to balance street anthems with emotional resonance and personal growth within relationships, further cementing his reputation as one of dancehall’s elite artists.
1. Shenseea x Masicka – Hit n Run
- This collaboration between Shenseea and Masicka became a viral hit, cementing itself as one of 2024’s most-streamed dancehall tracks. Paired with a catchy hook and relatable themes of fleeting romance, the chemistry between Shenseea and Masicka made “Hit n Run” an instant hit. The song propelled Shenseea to Grammy recognition and further solidified Masicka’s star power, making it a career highlight for both artists.
What was your dancehall song for 2024?
Let us know in the charts and comments.
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Brother of Dancehall artist ‘Popcaan’ spotlights complexities of music industry in new book
Author, music producer, former manager and older brother of Dancehall artist ‘Popcaan’ are just a few titles attached to multifaceted Demonie Wilson. Better known as ‘Squidell’ to many, his name has recently been a hot topic as the release of his book ‘Essential Notes: A Glimpse into the reality of the music industry’’ has created a buzz, sparking some necessary conversations around the reality of the music business and the pitfalls to avoid.
The thought provoking read provides a ‘backstage pass’, allowing fans, listeners and consumers to experience life ‘beyond the spotlight’, Squidell says. ‘Moreover, it serves as a handbook for those aspiring to pursue a music career, aiming to guide them through the perils that wait in the industry’. Released May 28th 2024, ‘Essential Notes’ consists of 13 chapters of compartmentalisation of the industry, told as testimonies from real experiences through the lens of the author and others within it.
A Jamaican native, Squidell was raised in a family oriented environment and although he had an exciting curiosity for the music industry, he was a relentless and avid reader of literature. As he entered the music business, working alongside his brother ‘Popcaan’, he became quite conscious of some of the findings and lessons during his professional journey and began to reflect and document them. Known to family and friends as the go-to person for advice, he pondered on the idea of translating that information into a book before deciding to turn the idea into a reality.
Within the book, he addresses the complexities of fame, expectations, the system, family and friend dynamics, social media within the music industry and mental health, to name a few. Providing a very layered and nuanced presentation, Squidell renders perspective with much food for thought.
With the success of the book, Squidell has recently had his published book accepted onto the curriculum and it is officially studied within mainstream schools across Jamaica. He says ‘My book Essential Notes has been added to the UWI curriculum and is also available at the Mona bookshop, that’s a great accomplishment’. ‘Essential Notes’ can be purchased on Amazon and is due to be distributed in many other stores within the Caribbean soon.
SOURCE: @ceeinlivincolour
Chloe Bernard
City Splash Indoor Festival in London at Drumsheds
With the clocks having just gone back, it is becoming greyer and darker than ever in London. Before we know it winter will be in full swing with whispers of Mariah Carey on each and every corner. One thing about Caribbean people is that we love festivities no matter what time of year it is.
The successful takeover of Drumsheds—a 15,000-capacity venue no less—by City Splash reminds us that we can come together to bask in Caribbean culture en masse come rain or shine. We’ll brave the bitter cold to catch a vibe inside.
The curated lineup included dancehall maestro Konshens (recently interviewed by Mr Wondah for WorlMag), new gen, viral hitmaker Teejay, and modern-day reggae royalty Protoje performing under the same roof. Singing his classic each offering a different lens of Jamaican music to the crowd.
Beyond the headliners, DJs, collectives and sound crews shelled it down in the venue’s smaller rooms and between the performances. From Heartless Crew to Rampage, familiar names, faces, and sound systems that have formed the backdrop of Black British ravers over the last few decades also took to the decks.
If you’ve never been to Drumsheds before, it’s a huge, expansive space that makes you feel like you’ve been transported to some kind of futuristic world. The metal rods holding the structures in place are just about visible, glimmering in the darkness. Drumsheds used to be the home of Ikea, so the building still wears that recognisable brand of blue on the outside walls. Broadwick, the team behind Printworks London and Depot Mayfield in Manchester, transformed the gigantic, industrial-looking warehouse into a massive dance venue.
The high-end lighting, smoke, special effects and decked out sound systems in each room invite you to get lost in the music. At the City Splash Indoor Festival, rhythms produced by people islands in the Caribbean and the African continent bounced off the warehouse dance hall. It was a time-bending experience.
Though, I can’t say that partying that space was entirely positive. The chain of portable toilet facilities and outdoor food stands in the freezing cold make it known that Drumsheds caters to the masses. Rocking to old school dancehall in what was essentially deep space made me really think about what came before.
In what ways do we experience music like other generations in the shebeens of the past? What parts of the culture have we managed to preserve and how can we re-introduce those elements back into the spaces we occupy? (If we should try to do that all).
For me, there was something impersonal about that space. Dancing with my partner, throwing my hands up and down with my sister and the energy of my friends masked it for a moment, but that sensation returned in spells. Perhaps it’s something to do with the lack of visual branding and decor, the absence of flags or something else. Either way, I believe that music should move your spirit and while my spirit didn’t take to everything about City Splash Indoor Festival, I’m not saying I wouldn’t go back. I just want more.
Not just more bouyon, soca and dancehall queens (although that would be welcome, especially given the male-dominated artist lineup). I want DJs to pull out deep cuts from the archives. I want more rooms exploring different cultures across the islands regardless of language. I want to cry of joy and laughter, echoing the sound of people playing dominoes back a yard. Overall, I just want deeper connections for my people living in this country. That’s not asking for too much.
Article by: Kaeshelle Rianne