From the vibrant hills of Grange Hill, Westmoreland, Jamaica, to the buzzing music hubs of Canada, Ijahiba’s journey has been nothing short of a rhythmic revolution. Born into a world pulsing with music, Ijahiba was destined to leave a mark on the reggae scene. With a father who promoted concerts, sang, and operated his own sound system, music was more than background noise—it was a way of life.
Migrating to Canada in 2001, Ijahiba carried his culture and sound with him. “I’ve been singing since primary school,” he recalls, “but I started taking the music seriously in 2006.” That dedication led to his first recording in 2008, a standout track from his debut mixtape ‘World Ina Stress’, released for the renowned Poison Dart Sound System. The project quickly gained traction, featured in several music magazines, and was a fan favorite in sound clashes.
Not one to rest on early success, Ijahiba followed up with a second mixtape in collaboration with the legendary Bass Odyssey sound system. His third mixtape took him to New York, working with Hot 97’s Jabba and Bobby Konders—heavyweights in NYC radio.
He then dropped ‘Tuffras,’ a back-to-back mixtape series that showcased his versatility and lyrical fire. Now, in 2025, fans are eagerly awaiting ‘Tuffras’ Volume 3. But the bigger headline? Ijahiba’s long-anticipated debut EP, led by the emotionally charged single ‘Journey.’ “It reflects on the past,” says Ijahiba, “but it’s a step into the future.”
‘Journey,’ which he co-wrote and co-produced, features production work by long-time collaborator Collin Sylex, whose instrumentation brings the song’s message to life. The single is already making waves in reggae circles and sets the tone for what promises to be a defining release in Ijahiba’s career.
Over the years, Ijahiba has earned press in Shadyville Caribbean, The Jamaica Star, The Jamaica Observer, The Montreal Gazette, and even national TV in Jamaica. On stage, he’s shared the spotlight with giants like Glen Washington, Barrington Levy, Beenie Man, Elephant Man, and Gyptian. In Canada, he’s rocked crowds at Montreal and Ottawa Reggae Festivals and performed on shows in Toronto.
Ijahiba is now a fully independent artist and a registered SOCAN member for over a decade. With collaborations ranging from NotNice (Jamaica) to the Alliance of Bounty Killer, his musical resume is as broad as it is deep.
Open to new sounds, writing for others, and collaborations, Ijahiba continues to evolve. “The road no easy,” he says, “but I’m still walking it.” And with each step, Ijahiba brings reggae with him—raw, real, and ready for more.
Stay tuned. Ijahiba is just getting started.
