Jamaican artistes and producers continue expanding their international reach through strong performances across Billboard’s Latin, reggae and global music charts.
Jamaican entertainer Shenseea and producer Rvssian are celebrating new milestones after recording significant upward movement on several Billboard charts, highlighting the growing influence of Caribbean talent in Latin music and international markets.
Shenseea’s collaboration with reggaeton icon Daddy Yankee, titled Echo (FIFA World Cup 2026), has climbed to new positions on Billboard’s airplay rankings. The song moved from No. 34 to No. 29 on the Rhythmic Airplay chart and improved from No. 35 to No. 29 on the Latin Airplay chart.
The track appears on the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 album, an 18-song project released on June 5 through FIFA Sound, Republic Records and Def Jam Recordings. The album brings together artistes from different genres and regions ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
FIFA World Cup Album Features International Collaboration
In addition to Shenseea and Daddy Yankee’s contribution, the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 album includes several high-profile collaborations from international stars.
Among the featured tracks are:
- No Place Like Home by Major Lazer, Nelly Furtado and Davido
- Love Always Wins by Zema featuring Shaggy and Cimafunk
- Game Time featuring Future and Tyla
Shenseea’s appearance on the official tournament soundtrack further strengthens her reputation as one of Jamaica’s leading crossover artistes, continuing to bridge dancehall with mainstream international audiences.
Rvssian Continues Latin Chart Success With “Pongo”
Jamaican producer Rvssian also registered notable chart gains through his latest collaboration with Puerto Rican superstar Rauw Alejandro and Nigerian singer Wizkid.
Their single, Pongo, climbed to No. 19 on Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart. The song also advanced two positions on Billboard’s Latin Rhythm Airplay chart, moving from No. 15 to No. 13.
Released in March through Sony Music Entertainment US Latin and Head Concussion Records, Pongo continues to gain momentum internationally. The song also debuted at No. 75 on Spain’s music charts, reflecting its expanding appeal beyond Latin American markets.
Rvssian has built a reputation as one of Jamaica’s most successful producers internationally, regularly collaborating with major artistes across dancehall, Latin music and Afrobeats.
Shaggy Records Additional Billboard Gains
Veteran Jamaican entertainer Shaggy also experienced chart success this week.
His collaboration with American singer Robin Thicke, Looking Lovely, continued its steady rise on Billboard’s Rhythmic Airplay chart, climbing from No. 30 to No. 27.
The song has also maintained strong momentum regionally, spending a second consecutive week at No. 1 on the South Florida Reggae Chart.
Sister Nancy Classic Continues Global Chart Run
The reimagined version of Sister Nancy’s iconic hit Bam Bam continues to perform well internationally.
Jamaican (Bam Bam), the Afrobeats, house and electronic remix produced by European producers HUGEL and SOLTO, experienced mixed results across Billboard charts this week.
The song slipped from No. 101 to No. 107 on Billboard’s Global 200 chart. However, it improved its standing on the Global Excluding US chart, rising from No. 49 to No. 48.
Additional chart performances included:
- Rising from No. 15 to No. 13 on the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart
- Falling from No. 11 to No. 12 on the Warm Global Dance Radio chart after previously peaking at No. 4
The continued international success of the track highlights the enduring influence of Jamaican music across evolving global genres.
Bob Marley and the Wailers Extend Historic Billboard Dominance
On Billboard’s Reggae Albums chart, Bob Marley and the Wailers continue to dominate.
The legendary group’s compilation remains at No. 1 for a remarkable 334 non-consecutive weeks, extending one of the longest-running achievements in reggae chart history.
Most albums on this week’s Reggae Albums chart maintained their previous positions. However, Kaya by Bob Marley and the Wailers returned to the chart at No. 10.
The sustained success of Marley’s catalogue decades after its original release underscores the timeless appeal of reggae music and Jamaica’s lasting cultural impact worldwide.
Jamaican Artistes Shine on Regional Reggae Charts
Several Jamaican artistes also posted strong performances across regional reggae charts in North America.
On the New York Reggae Chart, Buju Banton’s Butterflies soared to the No. 1 position.
Other notable movements included:
- Yesterday Once More by Steele climbing from No. 8 to No. 6
- Riding Through the Storm by Wayne Stoddart debuting at No. 27
- Police and Thieves by Lloyd Parks entering at No. 30
Meanwhile, Christopher Martin’s Don’t Have to Ask surged from No. 10 to No. 7.
G Cole’s I’m in Love improved from No. 11 to No. 8, while Tony Gold’s Satisfaction Guaranteed advanced from No. 13 to No. 10.
Canadian Charts Reflect Strong Jamaican Influence
Jamaican talent and heritage also continued to shape reggae charts in Canada.
Montreal-based singer Paris Ivy, who is of Jamaican parentage, claimed the No. 1 position on the Reggae North Canadian Top 20 Reggae and Dancehall Chart.
Additional chart performances included:
- Cucumba by Tugstar moving up to No. 2
- So Long by Neto Yuth and Anthony B falling from No. 1 to No. 3
- Student of a Broken Heart by Exco Levi remaining at No. 4
- Reggae Music Nice by Legato holding steady at No. 5
- Oh Jamaica by Exco Levi debuting at No. 20
On the Rebel Vibez Top Ten Canadian Reggae Chart, Jurney Star’s Forevermore maintained its hold on the No. 1 spot.
Other entries included:
- Shine by Elaine Shepherd at No. 2
- Ten Foot Wall by Tasha T at No. 3
- Rise Up by Belinda Brady at No. 4
- Set Me Free by Memberz Syndicate rising to No. 5
- Love of a Father by Mel C debuting at No. 10
Jamaican Music Continues Its Global Expansion
This week’s chart performances demonstrate the continued international growth of Jamaican artistes, producers and reggae music as a whole.
From Shenseea’s contribution to the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 soundtrack to Rvssian’s growing success within the Latin market, Jamaican talent continues to find new audiences across multiple genres and regions.
The strong showing across Billboard’s Latin, rhythmic, dance and reggae charts reflects the increasing crossover appeal of Jamaican music while reinforcing the country’s long-standing influence on the global music industry.
