Intra returns with ‘Whine It’

Dancehall artiste Intra is banking on the success of his latest single, Whine It.

Intra signed a digital distribution deal with the US-based Booga Basement, which was started by brothers Renel and Jerry Duplessis along with their cousin, multi-platinum recording artiste and producer Wyclef Jean.

"The response has been very encouraging so far, with over 4,000-plus album streams on Spotify; over 10,000 streams on YouTube; and the streets have been talking about the bounce, the fusion and the catchy lyrics," Intra said. The single is a fusion of Afrobeats and dancehall music, which focuses on the variety of dancing styles originating from the Jamaican culture.

Originally going by the name Intratek, he has recorded singles and done engineering work with artistes such as Esco and Aidonia before striking up a friendship with Chronic Law. His singles include Faith and Black Rain.

"I don't rush the creative process, I am aiming to sharpen my skills and produce quality records," he said.

Born Dwight Burns Francis, Intra endured a rough 2023, recovering emotionally from the death of his mother, Actavia Commock.

"I took a break from music when my mother died. I had to, I was devastated when she died," Intra said, "She had diabetes, she had high blood sugar, and a case of pneumonia in the end. From when that happened, mi jus' ease off for a while inna 2023. It's been rough, but I am back now and am here fighting the fight," he said.