Gyptian

Gyptian, born Windel Beneto Edwards on October 25, 1983, is a Jamaican reggae and dancehall singer known for a smooth, melodic vocal style rooted in the lovers rock tradition. He built his reputation with romantic, radio-friendly reggae that blends traditional riddims with contemporary R&B and pop sensibilities, making his music accessible to audiences well beyond the reggae mainstream.

His breakout single «Hold You» (also known as «Hold Yuh») became an international crossover hit, charting in multiple countries and later receiving a widely circulated remix featuring guest verses from other artists. The song's success placed Gyptian among the more commercially recognized reggae voices of his era, known for pairing sweet, yearning melodies with contemporary dancehall rhythm work.

Beyond his signature hit, Gyptian has continued to release music that moves fluidly between roots reggae, dancehall and pop-leaning collaborations, keeping his sound relevant to newer audiences while staying rooted in Jamaican musical tradition. His career reflects the enduring appeal of lovers rock as a bridge between reggae's cultural roots and mainstream pop sensibilities.