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| Feb 16, 2023

Happy birthday, Koffee! ‘Grammy Kid’ turns 23 today

Mikala Johnson

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Reggae Artiste Mikala ‘Koffee’ Simpson.

Today, reggae artiste Koffee is celebrating another year of life as she celebrates her 23rd birthday.

Since coming on to the music scene the Toast singer has been blazing the trail and has won several awards along the way. With hits after hits Koffee has been satisfying her large fan base.

In 2020 the artiste won a Grammy for her EP Rapture making her the youngest person (at 19) and the only woman to be awarded in the Best Reggae Album category, earning her the moniker ‘Grammy Kid’.

Born Mikayla Simpson, Koffee grew up in Spanish Town with her mother who helped in fostering her musical aspirations.

Koffee.

Koffee, who got her name after ordering a coffee on a boiling hot day while her friends opted for soda – began her musical life as a child in the church choir.

Over the years, the Grammy Kid has performed with several reggae artistes. She was introduced on stage by veteran Cocoa Tea at Rebel Salute in 2018. The young artiste has also had the opportunity to perform with her musical inspirations Protoje and Chronixx.

Here are five of the entertainer’s most popular songs:

Release date: 2018

Synopsis: This hit received much success and is one in which Koffee sings about her many blessings and how grateful she is. The song also reflects the artiste growing success as a singer.

Release date: 2020

Synopsis: This track is a laid-back ode to the most important things in life – love, family, and friendship. In the song Koffee details her plans for life after the lockdown.

Release date: 2017

Synopsis: Koffee uses this song to encourage individuals about finding and embracing the fire (talent/passion) within themselves and using it to accomplish great things.

Release date: 2022

Synopsis: This track is a jazz-infused modern-day reggae track that centres around good vibes and social gatherings. 

Release date: 2019

Synopsis: In this hit, Koffee encourages people to focus on the wins in life and not the losses. The artiste inspires individuals to live their best life and to always remember to give thanks.

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