Congratulations are in order for Grammy-nominated Reggae singer, Etana who recently received not one, but two Billboard plaques to commemorate her two No.1 Billboard Reggae Charts Albums ‘I Rise’ and ‘Reggae Forever’. The Reggae songstress celebrated the unveiling moment with her fans as she posted a video on Instagram recently with the caption:

“Grateful” Special thanks goes out to all the musicians, writers, composers, producers on this album. Thanks to all my fans who purchased and streamed the music! Thanks to all my band members who toured with me and promoted this album 💿. #atown #etana #billboard

For those who may not remember, Etana’s 2014 album ‘I Rise’ made history at the time of its release because it was the first time in 17 years that a Jamaica Female Reggae Artist topped the Billboard’s Reggae Albums Chart. Sharing with the Jamaica Gleaner recently, Etana had this to say:

“I used to see these plaques on TV and decorating the walls in the offices of major labels and wondered when I would ever get one of those. 

Having two of my own makes me feel good about the body of work which I have done so far. Coming from where my journey started in August Town and looking back, and realizing that your hard work has paid off, it kinda hits different.”

Etana’s Two Billboard Plaques

Etana who burst onto the music scene with her debut studio album in 2008 has proven that she is definitely here to stay. In 2018, exactly 10 years later the songstress received her very first Grammy nomination for the Best Reggae Album for ‘Reggae Forever’. The album also held the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Reggae Albums Chart for two consecutive weeks, making Etana the first female in more than two decades to gain top position twice on the Reggae chart and also making her the first female in over two decades to be nominated for a Grammy in the Best Reggae Album category. Yes, history-making milestones indeed!

So what has the Reggae songstress, been up to lately?

Etana recently released two new releases presently ‘Baby O’ featuring the Wordlboss himself, Vybz Kartel, and ‘Proppa’ alongside Ghanaian Afro-Dancehall artiste Stonebwoy and she claims that these are by far the fastest-growing songs she has ever released. In addition to announcing that there is a completed album on the way and she is also gearing up for her first live show in over a year at the ‘Spread Love Reggae Festival’ happening on Saturday 29th May 2021. Yes, definitely a lot in store, so stay updated with Etana for more updates here.

With that said, CEH will like to congratulate the Reggae songstress on receiving her two Billboard plaques and we look forward to so much more milestones on the way.

Sources include: https://www.dancehallmag.com, https://jamaica-gleaner.com

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