‘Real Warrior’: Why Jamaican dancehall legend Turbulence is in Kenya

Jamaican dancehall legend Turbulence, real name Sheldon Campbell, has described Kenya as his second home, as he arrived in the country for a series of concerts slated for Thursday, September 5 and Saturday, September 7.

The ‘Real Warrior’ hitmaker, who became one of the most popular dancehall superstars in Kenya over 15 years ago, arrived in the country earlier this week, expressing his excitement at being in Kenya and reconnecting with Africa.

"I'm happy to be home," he told Citizen Digital. "I've always come to Kenya to chill, enjoy the good vibes. But this time, I took a plane from Jamaica to Kenya for business; this time, we mean business. I came to work."

An upbeat Turbulence, sporting strikingly long dreadlocks, heavy gold jewellery, black designer sunglasses, a rasta-colored hoodie and a black, crocheted rastacap, exuded energy and readiness as he told of his musical exploits abroad.

"When you look at some of these big festivals, Sting, the Sumfest, Summerjam, Turbulence is the man. Go on the internet, you'll find my videos, you'll see my performances there..." he said.

The ‘Ganja Head’ crooner also compared Kenya to Jamaica, saying that the vibes and the ambience are basically the same.

"I've been in Kenya quite a few times. I've been to Kisumu, and Nairobi, and it's always good vibes. It's a Jamaican vibe. The uptown, the downtown, the middleclass... The party, people coming together," he said.

He also spoke of Kenyan dancehall singer Richie Chris, who he spoke glowingly of and said he was mentoring.

"I know Richie Chris. I know his songs, he's an upcoming Kenyan artist. He's gonna mash-up the place, we are working on his career..." he said.

And on Kenyan ladies, he said, "They have the same vibe, same ambience. Ladies in Kenya are beautiful, sexy, and intelligent, smart. You cannot have sexy without wit. I do not like that!"

Turbulence is known for a number of classic dancehall hits including ‘Ganja Head’, ‘Real Warrior’, ‘I Love Me’, ‘Ghetto Vibe’ and ‘Extraordinary.’

Kenyans can expect to catch the Jamaican sensation at Nanyuki's Moran Lounge this Thursday and on Saturday, Nairobians can experience the Rasta feeling at the Sportsview Hotel, Kasarani