A burst of good vibes and colors…
Sunshine, good vibes, and reggae rhythms: Five months after releasing his hit “Praise Jah In The Moonlight,” YG Marley invites us to dance under the moonlight as he unveils the picturesque visuals for this successful track. With this universal anthem of love and unity, Bob Marley’s grandson transports us to Jamaica for an explosion of colors and positive vibes.
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Homage to Roots and Positive Messages
On Saturday, April 20, 2024, YG Marley released the music video for his popular track “Praise Jah In The Moonlight.” It opens with a brief vocal excerpt from Bob Marley & The Wailers’ 1978 song “Crisis.” YG Marley then enters, appearing as he graciously hands out roses, which symbolize love and admiration, against a colorful backdrop reflecting the spirit of Jamaica, where the visuals were shot. Throughout the video, joyful children are featured, enchanting female voices sing in chorus, and Rastafarians immersed in the song’s infectious rhythms elevate this video, which seems poised to break all records. These captivating visuals embody the essence of the musical message, as the clip concludes with a warm, love-filled embrace between YG Marley and his mother, Lauryn Hill.
A Top-Notch Director at the Helm
Indeed, to create this heartfelt visual and take his career to the next level, YG Marley enlisted a top talent in the field. That would be Cole Bennett, who, according to DanceHallMag, has worked with industry heavyweights like Eminem, Drake, and J. Cole, among others. The director’s keen sense of aesthetics is evident in every frame of YG Marley’s “Praise Jah In The Moonlight.” He skillfully combines the artist’s captivating performance with Jamaica’s picturesque landscapes. From lush tropical scenes to lively local communities, the video pays vibrant tribute to the beauty of the island and its rich cultural heritage.
A Global Hit
As a reminder, this track, released in December 2023, has been a massive success for YG Marley. It peaked at number 19 on the Billboard Global 200, number 1 on the Billboard Reggae Songs, number 1 on the Billboard World Digital Songs, number 7 on the UK Singles Chart, number 1 on the New Zealand Singles Chart, and number 57 on the Canadian Singles Chart. On Spotify, it has surpassed 100 million streams, while on Apple Music, it has topped 50 million streams. Moreover, on TikTok, the track holds the second spot among the most used songs on the platform.
