Spring Wata banks on The Prayer
EIGHT years ago when he was diagnosed with Lupus, singjay Spring Wata spent an extended period in hospital.
After his recovery, he went into music full-time and is determined to make his mark.
The entertainer is hoping to break down musical barriers with his latest songs, the inspirational
The Prayer andForeign Mind.
Produced by Kirk Brown,
The Prayer is a collaboration with singer Turbulance.
“It’s one of those motivating songs that draws one close to the Almighty. It teaches us how to pray and reflect on life. Prayer is something we need to survive in today’s world,” said Spring Wata.
Spring Wata (given name Damion Jackson) spent his early years in Cassia Park, St Andrew. In 2008, he observed a breakout on his skin but thought it was just a rash.
“After applying the ointment for a while without any success I decided to go to the doctor who told me I had Discoid Lupus,” he said.
Discoid Lupus is a chronic skin condition of sores with inflammation and scarring that mainly affects the face, ears and scalp.
“My health deteriorated badly and I was admitted in critical condition at the Kingston Public Hospital for four months. However, through the grace of the Almighty, I pull through,” said Spring Wata.
Because he was ordered to limit his exposure to sunlight, he discontinued his job in construction. He turned to music.
In 2011, he released his debut song called
I Never, followed byGive Thanks For Life andThe Giver of Life. Spring Wata also wrote Fantan Mojah’s hit singleRasta Got Soul.