Blessed (musician) facts for kids
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Blessed
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| Birth name | Peter John Skinner |
| Born | 21 September 1976 |
| Origin | Saint Thomas Parish, Jamaica |
| Genres | Reggae, dancehall, reggae fusion, roots reggae |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, Songwriter, deejay, Producer, Educator |
| Years active | Late 2001–present |
| Labels | Iron Balloon Records |
Blessed is the stage name for Peter John Skinner. He is a talented reggae musician from both Jamaica and Canada. He is best known for winning the Juno Award for Reggae Recording of the Year two times. He won for his song "Love (African Woman)" in 2002. He also won in 2006 for his song "Reggae Time".
Who is Blessed?
Blessed, whose real name is Peter John Skinner, was born in Saint Thomas Parish, Jamaica. This is a beautiful area called Seaforth Town. He later moved to Toronto, Ontario, Canada, in the late 1980s.
Starting His Music Journey
When he first started his music career, Blessed performed with a group called Redd Flames. This was a "sound system," which is like a mobile DJ setup. Most of his music has been released as individual songs, called singles. He has also released a full album and several mixtapes.
Winning Music Awards
Blessed has won the prestigious Juno Award twice. The Juno Awards are like the Grammy Awards for Canadian music. He won for the best reggae recording. Besides his two wins, he has been nominated for the reggae award nine other times. This shows how much his music is loved and respected.
His Music Style
Blessed is known for his reggae music. Reggae is a type of music that started in Jamaica. It often has a strong, rhythmic beat. He also blends other styles like dancehall and reggae fusion into his songs. He has released many singles over the years. Some of his songs include "Rise and Shine," "Black Man," and "Summa Gyal." He continues to release new music for his fans.
