Cham/Baby Cham

Cham is a Jamaican dancehall and reggae fusion artist known for his storytelling-driven lyrical style and international crossover appeal. Emerging in the mid-1990s, he initially gained attention under the name Baby Cham before rebranding to Cham in 2005. His breakthrough came with the 2006 global hit “Ghetto Story,” which became one of the most influential dancehall records of its era and inspired a wave of narrative-style songs across the genre.

Throughout his career, Cham has worked closely with legendary producer Dave Kelly and has collaborated with major global artists across hip-hop and R&B, including Alicia Keys, Akon, Foxy Brown, Rihanna, T-Pain, and Damian Marley. His debut album Wow… The Story (2000) and follow-up Ghetto Story (2006) established him as one of Jamaica’s most internationally recognized dancehall voices. Known for blending raw street storytelling with melodic hooks, Cham remains an influential figure in modern reggae and dancehall music.