Skippa, Billboard's 2026 Caribbean Rising Star, on international breakthrough "WYFL," why his family runs his TikTok page and what comes next.
Skippa photographed by Vuhlandes on July 13, 2026 at The Rogers Garden in Brooklyn.
The Kingstonian — Billboard's 2026 Caribbean Rising Star — is resonating with legends and millions of new listeners.
With his slick delivery and penchant for true-to-life lyricism, 25-year-old Skippa from Kingston, Jamaica, set the tone for dancehall in 2026.
Skippa will take the stage at Billboard R&B Hip-Hop Live, Sept. 10 at Brooklyn Steel in New York City. Get your tickets here.
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