Born
Curt-Chalmar Crutchley on 19 September 1977 in Kingston, Jamaica, Ras Charmer is an internationally acclaimed roots reggae and dancehall artist. Known for his devout Bobo Ashanti Rastafarian faith, his music focuses on messages of faith, social justice, and “joyful lyrics”.
Musical Career & Breakthrough
- Early Years: Growing up in Kingston, he filled his school notebooks with lyrics, eventually recording early tracks like “Togetherness” and “Mama”.
- Sly & Robbie Collaboration: His debut album was produced by the legendary duo Sly & Robbie, with the hit single “Mama” featured on the soundtrack of the film Rude Boy.
- International Move: After a successful tour of Switzerland, he moved there to expand his career, later becoming a central figure in the European and UK reggae scenes.
Major Achievements & Awards
- Best International Culture Reggae Artist (2018): Awarded in the UK following the release of his album Feeling Great.
- Best UK Album Runner-Up (2019): His project Hard Knocks, produced by the iconic Peckings Records, received critical acclaim.
- Notable Performances: He has performed five times at Rototom Sunsplash (Europe’s largest reggae festival) and appeared at Sting in Jamaica.
“Love Me Tonight” (ft. Shandi)
- Release: The single was released on 6 October 2020.
- Production: Produced by Starr Vybz for SVE Music.
- Style: A melodic roots reggae track featuring a “Love Me Tonight” remix riddim, highlighting his ability to blend traditional conscious themes with romantic, soulful melodies.
Recent Projects (2024–2025)
- Music Is Life: Released in late 2025, this track celebrates resilience and the healing power of music.
- Collaborations: Recently featured on the 2024 track “Ghetto Youth Rise” with DJ Jahfa and “I Rize” in 2025.
You can follow his latest updates on Instagram @rascharmer or explore his full discography on Apple Music.
Key details about his career include:
- Award-Winning Albums: His work has received critical acclaim, including his 2019 project Hard Knocks, which was runner-up for Best UK Album. His earlier project, Feeling Great, earned him the Best International Culture Reggae Artist award in 2018.
- Recent Music: In late 2025, he released the official music video for “Music Is Life” and collaborated on the track “Ghetto Youth Rise” with DJ Jahfa.
- Notable Collaborations: He has worked with several major European and UK reggae labels, such as Peckings Records and One Camp Records. He is also featured on Spotify and Instagram as @rascharmer.
- Style: His music focuses on joyful lyrics, empowerment, and social consciousness, often blending traditional reggae rhythms with modern dancehall influences.