He is a big deal! Christopher Martin is a Jamaican reggae and dancehall singer and songwriter.

Born Christopher Oteng Martin on February 14, 1987 in Back Pasture, St Catherine, the artiste has been making waves in the music industry for more than a decade.

Over the years Martin has produced several hit singles including Giving It, Take My Wings, I’ll Be Your Driver and I’m a Big Deal.

Since he entered the music industry, the entertainer has worked with various top producers in dancehall and reggae, including Shane Brown, Robert Livingston, Arif Cooper, and Christopher Birch. Martin signed to VP records in 2013.

Here are five things you might not have known about reggae artiste Christopher Martin.

Labor omnia vincit!

Christopher Martin is a past student of St Jago High School. During his high school years, he developed a strong love for sports and the dramatic arts. Martin also won numerous awards in his student years for being outstanding in his studies.

A star has risen

Martin got his break in the music industry when he won the Digicel Rising Stars competition in 2005. Yes, Christopher Martin is one of the success stories that came out of the reality TV music competition and the rest is history!

He is a big deal!

Martin’s fan base is spread far and wide. He is very popular in African countries, especially Zimbabwe. He has toured various locations in Zimbabwe, performing and promoting his music.

Martin even got a Zimbabwean name, Tinashe Tatenda Martin.

“My Zimbabwean name is Tinashe Tatenda Martin. It has something to do with giving thanks and you are blessed,” Martin revealed once in an interview.

Mr Suave

Martin gained popularity mostly for his sweet love songs, which have increased the admiration he has received from female fans over the years.

With all that success, he has understably never really strayed far from his niche.

What’s your sign?

Well, Martin’s zodiac sign is Aquarius. Yes, the Valentine’s Day baby is part of the Aquarian family. Traits of an Aquarians include being independent, enigmatic and unique.