10.08.2026
Armanii Expands His Sound, Releasing Reggae Ballad “SECOND CHOICE“
The Kingston Native Embraces His Roots As He Prepares to Drop REVERB, A Reggae EP, This Fall
Following a Red Hot Summer Featuring Buzzing Singles Like “WUL UP,” “WORLD CLASS,” and “PROPERTY TAX,” the Emerging Caribbean Star Refuses to Be a Sidepiece In His Lush New Single
Critical Praise:
“#8 Best Caribbean Album of 2025 (The Impact)… From breezy reggae love songs (“Lose Your Love”) to Afropop-infused party tracks (“U A Gwan”), steamy dancehall-R&B duets (“Balcony,” with Jada Kingdom) and pensive anthems of encouragement (“Champion”), Armanii crafted an album that doesn’t just announce the arrival of a new star, it also invites audiences to explore the full range of his versatility.” – Billboard
“With each new single, Armanii uncovers new layers of his artistry, ranging from suggestive, Kartel-esque wordplay (“XOXO”) to transformed soul samples (“B.B.B.”). His magnetism, drive and overall artistic instincts make him a natural leader of the next generation of Caribbean music superstars — and a natural pick for Billboard’s inaugural Caribbean Rookie of the Month.” – Billboard
“…it is clear he is not interested in a moment that flashes and fades. He wants something people feel and carry. Kingston in his voice, Jamaica in his rhythm, the Caribbean in his range. The work is already there. Now the world gets to catch up.” – TMRW Mag
“With THE IMPACT, Armanii delivers a bold and soulful debut that positions him as one of the most promising voices in the next generation of dancehall artists.” – Caribbean National Weekly
The Announcement:
Storming out of Kingston on the back of his dancehall hits, Armanii is ready to embrace his heritage expand his sound. Taking his first step on the road to REVERB, his next EP, Armanii shows off his sonorous vocals over reggae instrumentation on his new single “SECOND CHOICE.” Produced by Sartout Records and D’Andre Barnes, with lyrics by Armanii himself, “SECOND CHOICE” is a ballad with a classic sound and a modern edge. The backing track uses an accented groove and a lush instrumentation to create a breezy backdrop for Armanii’s romantic ultimatum. Sick of being played for a fool, Armanii declares his love for his intended, making it clear that she is his number one and that she must return the favor: “Love it’s not so easy not a walk inna di park,” croons Armanii.
“SECOND CHOICE” is a statement of purpose for Armanii, who emerged on the scene with his melodic dancehall bangers. Growing up in Kingston, Reggae was the music of Armanii’s youth, played in his family home and neighborhood. Reggae has always been part of Armanii’s sound, but “SECOND CHOICE” signals a new direction for the young artist, who plans on showing off a more personal and vulnerable side of himself with REVERB, his upcoming reggae EP.
“SECOND CHOICE” arrives after a red hot summer for Armanii, who continues to establish himself as the Caribbean’s newest music sensation. The artist released three fiery singles this summer, including the danceable, Weekday-produced “PROPERTY TAX” and the Beenie Man-referencing “WORLD CLASS.” Earlier, Armanii made a splash with “WUL UP,” generating millions of streams across platforms. A collaboration with renowned dancehall producer NOTNICE, “WUL UP” layers Armanii’s rich and melodic vocals over a muscular riddim, eschewing international influences to create a banger that is Kingston to its core.
Armanii’s career is surging since the release of his hit album THE IMPACT. Released in December, the album was a major chart success, reaching #1 on the U.S. iTunes Reggae Chart and #1 on the U.S. Apple Music Reggae Chart and #8 on the Billboard Reggae Albums Chart. THE IMPACT also earned critical acclaim, placing at #8 on Billboard’s 10 Best Caribbean Albums of 2025. Home to hit singles like “B.B.B. (Snapchat)” and “8:00 PM,” and appearances from heavy-hitters like Jada Kingdom and Bay Swag, THE IMPACT helped Armanii earn three three nominations at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards, for “Dancehall Album of the Year” (THE IMPACT), “Dancehall Song of the Year” (“B.B.B (Snapchat)”), and “Male Dancehall Artist Of the Year.
Making waves across the globe with his powerful vocals and genre-bending sound, Armanii is one of the Caribbean’s most exciting new talents. With over 330 million lifetime streams and 1.3 million followers across all platforms, the artist recently earned a place on Ebony’s list of 2026 Gentlemen of Sound, and in July, he completed his “The Impact Tour” in the United Kingdom. To close out the summer, Armanii performed two shows in New York City, hitting Brooklyn for the Experience Dancehall Show on September 4th before hitting Sony Hall in Manhattan for a live band concert on September 5th.
Stay tuned for much more from Armanii, as he looks to take his music back to his roots.
Listen to “SECOND CHOICE”: https://armanii.sym.fm/second-choice
Watch the visualizer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c58kxSnGE8o
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Credit: Josh Farias
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The Background:
Armanii is a recording artist from Kingston, Jamaica, making waves in the music industry, particularly in the dancehall scene, with his unique blend of soulful ballads and genre-bending sound. Influenced by a wide range of musical styles and shaped by personal experiences, Armanii began writing and recording in his teenage years, using themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery to connect with listeners on a deeper level. His breakout tracks “B.B.B (Snapchat)”, “HAAD (Fiesta)”, “8:00PM” ft. Malie Donn have solidified his place as one of the Caribbean’s most exciting new voices. Over the past year, he has been featured on major playlists such as Dancehall Official and Caribbean Heat, earned a nomination for Best New Artist at the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards, and delivered a standout performance at Reggae Sumfest. With an authentic sound and growing international appeal, and his debut album THE IMPACTclimbing charts, Armanii is steadily carving out a powerful presence in the global music scene.
Links:
instagram | spotify | tiktok | youtube | apple
“SECOND CHOICE”: https://armanii.sym.fm/second-choice
“PROPERTY TAX”: https://symphony.to/armanii/property-tax
“WORLD CLASS”: https://symphony.to/armanii/world-class
“WUL UP”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VZiXQWSWoU
THE IMPACT: https://armanii.lnk.to/theimpact
“B.B.B. (Snapchat)”: https://armanii.lnk.to/bbb