Jada Kingdom and Shaneil Muir Release New Single "TEARS"
Producer Yo Christon, also behind Jada Kingdom's G.A.D., blends guitar-driven rock with dancehall rhythms on the track.
Jada Kingdom and Shaneil Muir join forces on 'Tears,' a moody, unapologetic dancehall ballad that turns heartbreak into a full-on 'wicked gyal' moment. Produced by Yo Christon, the track blends modern dancehall with rock elements, giving both women space to unpack love gone wrong while ultimately choosing themselves.
The title may be 'Tears,' but the record is far from a traditional heartbreak ballad. Jada opens by reflecting on red flags, bad decisions, and putting too much faith in the wrong person before landing on a simple realization. She would rather be alone than keep giving her heart to someone who does not deserve it. Shaneil brings her own unapologetic perspective, matching Jada's energy as the two turn heartbreak into a declaration of independence, confidence, and self-worth.
Sonically, 'Tears' sits between a ballad and a dancehall record, with guitar-driven production giving the track a rock edge. Jada has long toyed with rock influences throughout her music, but 2025's 'G.A.D.' brought that side of her artistry into sharper focus, pairing searing guitar riffs with Caribbean rhythms to create one of her most recognizable records. 'Tears' takes that influence somewhere more vulnerable, allowing the guitars to carry the emotional weight while the dancehall rhythm keeps the record grounded in Jamaica. There is also a full-circle connection behind the boards. Yo Christon, who produced 'Tears,' also produced 'G.A.D.' and is receiving recognition for his work on the Dancehall Song of the Year-nominated record at this year's Caribbean Music Awards.
'Tears' arrives as Jada continues one of the strongest runs of her career. In 2026, she has released two projects, Just A Girl In A Money Man's World and New Religion, the latter featuring one collaboration with Foggieraw, while maintaining a steady stream of features and collaborations. She recently followed with the 'Mi Seh' remix with Govana, the 'Soul For Sale' remix featuring Kraff, 'Move' with Baby Cham and 'Dweet and Done' on Notnice's Walk Out Riddim.
The momentum is translating directly to listeners. 'Tears' is currently Jada's top-performing song across platforms, while the official music video has surpassed 1 million views on YouTube.
The timing also puts Jada in the middle of a significant stretch for her career. On September 6, she will take the stage at Afro+ Fest 2026 in the DMV, before the Caribbean Music Awards take place in Trinidad and Tobago on September 9. Jada is nominated for Female Dancehall Artist of the Year, while 'G.A.D.' is nominated for Dancehall Song of the Year, keeping her firmly in the conversation as the Caribbean music community celebrates its biggest artists.
Jada's story, however, has never been about fitting neatly into one category. Rooted in R&B, emerging through reggae, and shaped by dancehall, she has continued to pull from rock and other sounds without losing the Jamaican perspective at the center of her music. From 'G.A.D.' to 'Tears,' she is building a catalog that feels increasingly genre-less, with each release adding another piece to a legacy that is still taking shape.
'Tears' by Jada Kingdom and Shaneil Muir is available now on all major streaming platforms. The official music video is streaming on YouTube.
About Jada Kingdom
Jada Kingdom is a critically acclaimed Jamaican recording artist carving out a sound that feels both global and entirely her own. Shaped by the artists she grew up listening to and coming of age in the early 2000s with unlimited access to music from around the world, Jada draws inspiration across eras, cultures, and genres. Her music lives at the intersection of Dancehall, Pop, and R&B, while weaving in elements of Jazz, Trap, Reggae, and more, resulting in a genre-fluid style that resists easy categorization.
Rather than fitting neatly into a single lane, Jada is actively building something new. Her music reflects both her Jamaican roots and her global outlook, striking a balance between innovation and connection. She releases records that speak to different moods and moments, from songs meant to be felt quietly, to high-energy tracks charged with attitude, to records designed to move crowds at Kingston's most vibrant street parties. This versatility has allowed her to resonate both locally and internationally, even as she continues to challenge traditional expectations of what a Jamaican artist should sound like.
Born and raised in the colorful yet challenging neighborhood of 7 Mile Bull Bay (Gold Shore Lane) on the east side of Kingston, Jamaica, Jada's early life was shaped by resilience. Growing up in a modest two-bedroom home with her mother and two siblings, she found comfort in family despite the obstacles around her. By the age of eight, Jada had already begun writing poetry, revealing an early depth of creativity that would later define her artistry. Influenced by legends such as Nina Simone, Diana King, Sade, Minnie Riperton, and Amy Winehouse, she absorbed the emotion, storytelling, and musicality that continue to inform her sound today.
In 2017, Jada made her official debut with the single 'Love Situations,' but it was the breakout hit 'Banana' that propelled her onto the international stage, amassing over 6 million Spotify streams and 4 million YouTube views. She went on to release two standout projects, E-Syde Queen (The Twinkle Playlist) #Snacksize (2020) and New Motion (2022), both showcasing her evolving sound and fearless approach to genre.
In January, Jada released her critically acclaimed EP Just A Girl In A Money Man's World, a bold and self-assured project that explores power, gender, ambition, and identity through some of her most direct and confident songwriting to date. The EP positions her perspective at the center, turning lived experience into commentary on the realities women navigate in a male-dominated world, while transforming those reflections into unapologetic statements of self-worth and agency. She followed in February with New Religion, a four-track collaborative EP with Foggieraw that shifts into a more intimate space, exploring romance, desire, and emotional vulnerability.
Today, Jada Kingdom stands at the forefront of global music. She has accumulated over 150 million streams on Spotify, 100 million streams on Apple Music, and more than 200 million views on YouTube, a testament to her magnetic presence and undeniable star power. Her collaborations with artists such as John Legend, Popcaan, Vybz Kartel, Davido, Skillibeng, and Aluna further underscore her global reach. Celebrated by publications including The FADER, Rolling Stone, Teen Vogue, and Billboard, Jada Kingdom is not simply making music. She is shaping culture, redefining boundaries, and building a legacy on her own terms.
