Amidst the intensifying lyrical confrontation between dancehall artists Tommy Lee Sparta and Masicka, producer Cordel ‘Skatta’ Burrell has issued a definitive clarification regarding Vybz Kartel’s recent musical release. The producer explicitly stated that the track ‘Victorious’ should not be interpreted as the incarcerated dancehall icon’s entry into the ongoing musical dispute.
The rivalry between Masicka and Tommy Lee Sparta entered its fourth round of musical exchanges last week, with origins tracing back to Reggae Sumfest in July. The conflict ignited when Masicka boldly proclaimed himself the ‘Greatest Of All Time’ in dancehall, a declaration that coincided with Vybz Kartel’s widely publicized coronation within the genre.
Skatta provided crucial context regarding Kartel’s release, explaining: ‘We premiered a song with Vybz Kartel named Victorious, and I must clarify this track was not created as a response to current events in dancehall. This recording was completed on March 7, 2025, in a Florida hotel room.’ The producer shared archival footage from the recording session to substantiate his timeline.
Originally titled ‘Focus,’ the track was conceptualized as part of Vybz Kartel’s strategic artistic direction according to Skatta. The producer emphasized that should the Worl’ Boss decide to engage in lyrical combat, his approach would be direct and unambiguous: ‘When Vybz Kartel responds to things, he responds directly, and that’s not the goal and mission right now. The man has a greater purpose.’
Despite these clarifications, speculation persists within the dancehall community following Masicka’s recent release ‘Wake Up,’ which contains perceived references to Vybz Kartel’s past musical clash with his former mentor Bounty Killer during the mid-2000s. That historical confrontation featured legendary diss tracks including ‘Duppy Killa,’ ‘Toilet Paper Bounty,’ and ‘Judas (Vybz Kartel Diss),’ creating expectations among fans for potential Kartel involvement in the current conflict.