In a mesmerizing exhibition of boundless vitality, dancehall icon Yellowman took the Rebel Salute stage by storm, delivering an infectious performance that left patrons captivated by his exuberant stage presence.
Dominating the spotlight at the Plantation Cove venue in St Ann during the early hours of Sunday morning, the maestro behind the iconic “Zungguzungguguzungguzeng” treated the audience to a spectacle of unparalleled showmanship. At 68 years old, Yellowman traversed the stage with remarkable agility, executing high knees and flexing his arms in perfect synchrony with the rhythm of the songs he passionately rendered. The crowd, swept up in the excitement, enthusiastically sang along as Yellowman performed a medley of his chart-topping hits.
When asked about the boundless energy he exuded during the show, Yellowman confidently declared, “Too much energy, but mi cyaa tired.”
Revealing the secret behind his enduring vigor, he shared that his day kicks off with an invigorating run at 4:30 in the mornings.
Tony Rebel, the esteemed host of the festival, showered accolades on Yellowman for his dynamic and electrifying performance.
“The man’s energy nuff,” remarked Rebel, emphasizing the artist’s remarkable stage presence. He commended Yellowman for consistently delivering performances that strike a deep chord with the audience every time he graces the stage.
Yellowman, born Winston Foster, shares a birthday, January 15, with Tony Rebel. Reflecting on this shared connection, Rebel expressed a sense of familial bond, stating, “When you grow up and somebody is famous, and you realise that you and them share the same birthday, you feel they are family, or like we are connected.”
Rebel pointed out the interesting coincidence that January 15 is also the birthday of Sister Carol, Ilaweh, and Martin Luther King.
After leaving an indelible mark with his commanding performance at Rebel Salute, Yellowman is now gearing up for his upcoming West Coast tour, promising fans a continuation of the unstoppable energy that defines his illustrious career.