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Vybz Kartel Celebrates Grammy Nod, Advocates Self-Love

4/11/2025

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Vybz Kartel took the stage at the MOBO Awards 2025 in Newcastle, reflecting on his past skin bleaching choices during a candid Hot 97 interview. With heartfelt regret, he championed self-love and addressed the harsh realities of colorism. Fresh from prison, he also celebrated his Grammy nomination and teased an exciting collaboration with Busta Rhymes and Akon.

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Vybz Kartel took the stage at the MOBO Awards 2025 in Newcastle, reflecting on his past skin bleaching choices during a candid Hot 97 interview. With heartfelt regret, he championed self-love and addressed the harsh realities of colorism. Fresh from prison, he also celebrated his Grammy nomination and teased an exciting collaboration with Busta Rhymes and Akon.