Sean Paul

Jamaican Dancehall and Reggae Artist

Sean Paul is a Grammy Award-winning Jamaican dancehall artist and reggae singer who has played a significant role in popularizing dancehall music worldwide. Born Sean Paul Ryan Francis Henriques on January 9, 1973, in Kingston, Jamaica, he rose to international fame in the early 2000s with his distinctive voice and catchy hits that blend reggae and hip-hop elements. Sean Paul's breakthrough album "Dutty Rock," released in 2002, propelled him into the global spotlight with chart-topping singles like "Gimme the Light" and "Get Busy," which helped to cement his place in the music industry. The album was a commercial success and earned him a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album.