Antiguan musician GMan is carving out a space of his own in the music scene—one focused on feel-good, timeless records that people can enjoy anywhere, whether in church or at a child’s birthday party.
In a recent interview, the rising artist opened up about his creative journey, musical influences, and the lessons he’s picked up along the way.
His dream of fame started back in school—not just for the spotlight, but for the way creative people seemed to move through the world. “I always wanted to be famous for some reason,” he said.
“From school days, I saw how popular people got treated differently—whether in sports, acting, or music. Those were the things I loved, and I kept practicing until music and acting stuck.”
Over the years, his influences grew into a blend of genres and generations.
He looked up to dancehall icons like Beenie Man and Bounty Killer, hip-hop heavyweights like 50 Cent and DMX, and pop legends like Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston.
But it wasn’t just global stars who shaped his vision.
“Seeing Naycha Kid come out of the same school as me, watching him grow in music—that opened my eyes,” he said. “If he could do it, so could I.”
Raised between Antigua and Guyana, GMan soaked up sounds from all directions. “Guyana doesn’t have one dominant genre, so I heard everything,” he explained.
“Soca stuck with me, but I have mad love for dancehall and reggae.” That fusion, he said, became the foundation of his sound—a style he proudly calls “unique.”
One thing that separates GMan’s music from much of what’s trending is his refusal to chase shock value.
“I avoid slackness. I want my songs to play anywhere—church, a kid’s party, any day of the week,” he said. “I want to make classics.”
His writing process is rooted in storytelling—whether it’s a serious topic or something more playful, the goal is always to connect.
“I can write about Trump, money, or even guns without saying those words directly,” he said.
“The trick is making people dance to the story without realizing it.”
Still, creating music comes with challenges—especially when it comes to production. “Good sounds make people move, but they can be expensive,” he admitted. “So I focus on lyrics, melody, and flow—my ‘special sauce.’ If the heart is in it, the song will speak for itself.”
Through it all, faith keeps him grounded. After hitting a few walls, he took a step back to refocus. “I had to go back to the drawing board, start over, and understand my purpose,” he said. “Now, I move full speed with God by my side.”
And it’s the love from fans that keeps him going. From locals honking when they spot his license plate to border agents in Barbados and Trinidad humming his tracks, those moments remind him that the music is traveling. “I didn’t even know my songs had reached that far,” he said. “That moment made everything worth it.”
Looking ahead, he’s focused on growth and consistency. “I want my supporters to know I’m pushing my music to the highest level. Whether I make finals this year or win something big, I won’t stop. With God, anything is possible.”
Asked how he wants to be remembered, GMan kept it simple: “As someone who never gave up. That’s it—no other way.”
With his relentless drive, grounded spirit, and dedication to creating music that matters, GMan is building a legacy of his own—one timeless song at a time.
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