After a 12-year incarceration, the influential Jamaican Reggae/Dancehall artist Vybz Kartel has emerged with a powerful message for the youth, marking a significant moment in his ongoing legal battle for justice.
In a viral video capturing his first moments of freedom following an order from the Jamaican Court of Appeal, the 48-year-old artiste, also known as Adidja Palmer, delivered a powerful message. He advised the youth to steer clear of crime, emphasizing that time spent in prison is a waste of life. His words, ‘Tell di youth ’em fi stay outta crime, it nuh worth it, a waste a life, a waste a time Breda,’ resonate with hope for a better future.
“Tell di youth ’em fi to stay outta crime. It’s not worth it. It’s a waste of life, a waste of time, Breda,” he earnestly stated as friends escorted him to a waiting vehicle.
Vybz Kartel and his co-defendants were incarcerated in connection with the 2011 murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams, although his conviction was recently overturned due to juror misconduct.
The Jamaican Court of Appeal ruled against a retrial, leading to their release.’
Ghanaian Dancehall artists Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy have celebrated Vybz Kartel’s legal victory. Their support and expressed hopes of collaborating with him in the future show a strong bond within the music community, making the audience feel connected.
Throughout his ordeal, Vybz Kartel has maintained his innocence and faced numerous health challenges, including battling Graves’ Disease. His release, a significant moment in his ongoing legal battle for justice, is a testament to his resilience.
