The 2025 Jamaica Worldwide Music Awards (JIMA) was an evening of magnificence, tradition, and excellent musical celebration. Held on the beautiful Chateau Mar Golf Resort within the Inverrary neighbourhood of Lauderhill, Florida, on Friday, twenty eighth February, the occasion marked the grand finale of Reggae Month 2025 in South Florida.
Devoted to honouring and preserving Jamaica’s wealthy musical heritage, JIMA’s mission is:
“To recognise, cherish, and amplify the essence of Jamaican music, fostering a deep sense of pleasure and possession whereas showcasing the worldwide affect of our musical tradition.”
An Night of Spectacular Performances & Celebrations
The night was hosted by TC Flexx and Suzette Speaks, who additionally dealt with emcee duties all through the occasion. In the meantime, Legal professional-at-Regulation Opal P. Lee (Founding father of FloJam Authorized) welcomed award nominees, artists, and company on the Crimson Carpet.
Following a gap prayer by Pastor Trevor Wallace, Hal Anthony delivered a soulful efficiency. The night time additionally featured electrifying units from:
- Worl-A-Lady, joined by particular company Woman English, Diva Lesi, and Sista Don
- Galaxy P (dancehall artist)
- Mad Cobra (dancehall artist)
- Ras Shiloh (Rastafarian singer)
- Etana (reggae songstress)
- Woman G (dancehall artist)
Among the many distinguished company and awardees had been:
- Nadine Sutherland (reggae songstress and icon)
- Leroy Sibbles (legendary reggae singer, previously of The Heptones)
- Alley Cat (dancehall artist)
- Jon Fx (famend music producer)
- Clinton Lindsay (reggae radio icon)
- Dale V.C. Holness (Broward County Commissioner)
- Consul Normal Oliver Mair (Jamaican Consul Normal to the Southern USA)
- Maxwell B. Chambers (Miramar Metropolis Commissioner)
- Legal professional-at-Regulation Denise A-M. Christie (FloJam Authorized)
Honouring Dancehall Icons & Award Winners
This yr’s Dancehall Icon Awards had been introduced to:
Different main award winners included YG Marley (Reward Jah within the Moonlight), Shenseea (Hit & Run), Masicka, J’ Calm, Nadine Sutherland, and DJ Reem. Shenseea was an enormous winner on the night time, sweeping a number of classes. Her son, Rajeiro, proudly accepted her awards, entertaining the viewers along with his infectious power and attraction.
The Basis Sound System Award went to Killamanjaro, with David Harper, son of the legendary Papa Jaro, accepting on behalf of the Killamanjaro household.
JIMA’s Rising Legacy
Now in its third yr, the JIMA Awards Present & Gala Dinner has solidified itself as a extremely anticipated annual occasion. First established in December 2019, its inaugural awards passed off on twenty eighth February 2022. Since then, JIMA has introduced collectively music legends, trade leaders, and cultural fanatics for an evening of magnificence, leisure, and cultural pleasure.
JIMA 2025 was a real celebration of Jamaica’s world musical affect—an evening to recollect for all who attended.
Photographs courtesy of Nick Ford
