Shaggy & Bruce Melodie Grammy Winning Music, “When She’s Around”, Success, Longevity, Afrobeats & Global Music | Nick Egan Times

Shaggy and Bruce Melodie join Nick Egan Times to discuss their international collaboration “When She’s Around,” bringing together the worlds of reggae, Afrobeat, R&B and contemporary pop.Shaggy is one of the most successful reggae and dancehall artists of all time, a Grammy Award winner whose career includes global hits such as “It Wasn’t Me,” “Angel,” and “Boombastic,” with more than 40 million records sold worldwide. Bruce Melodie is one of East Africa’s most celebrated recording artists, earning widespread acclaim for his songwriting, vocal talent, and influence on the modern African music scene.In this episode, Shaggy and Bruce Melodie discuss how their collaboration came together, the creative process behind “When She’s Around,” and the growing global connection between African and Caribbean music. They also reflect on their musical journeys, international success, songwriting, performance, and the evolving landscape of the music industry.The conversation explores reggae, dancehall, Afrobeat, global music collaborations, artist development, creativity, and the power of music to connect cultures and audiences around the world.An engaging discussion with two internationally recognized artists whose partnership highlights the growing influence of African and Caribbean music on the global stage.