ST MARY, Jamaica – Dancehall superstar Capleton, the conceptualiser of the popular charity show ‘A St Mary Mi Come From,’ has revealed that the event will be back on the entertainment calendar in 2024 after a five-year hiatus.

The event will be held at the Gray’s Inn Sports Complex in Annotto Bay, St Mary on August 5.

Capleton, who is a staunch advocate for charity, especially the financial and spiritual upliftment of residents of impoverished communities, stressed the importance of the show.

“It is very important because giving and sharing is the act of God and I am a humanitarian. I love to give back to schools and hospitals, reform centres and community centres. I keep back-to-school treats in St Mary, even in Kingston,” the Raggy Road singer said.

A St Mary Mi Come From’s last staging was in 2018. The event was first held in 2000.

The show has contributed to the development of a substantial number of young and upcoming artistes, who are always excited to showcase their talents. Proceeds from the show go to selected charitable projects across the island.

For his tireless advocacy on behalf of the poor and disenfranchised, Capleton was awarded the Marcus Garvey Humanitarian Award from the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA). Established in 1982, IRAWMA acknowledges the accomplishments and contributions of reggae and world music artistes, songwriters, performers, and promoters.

“The need is great and so are the opportunities to make a difference. We as a people must not lose faith in humanity because that is our greatest resource. I strive to make a difference because I would rather light a candle than curse the darkness,” he said.

“I am not only a humanitarian, I am an eternal optimist, believing in the inner goodness of people. Optimism doesn’t mean that you are blind to the reality of the situation, but that you choose to see the positive side of all things because I pay attention to signals, waves, frequencies and vibrations. I believe in the power of the black race. Never, ever be a traitor to your heritage, culture, philosophy, or your curriculum, and that is the principal reason that St Mary Mi Come From must return to the entertainment scene, the people need it,” he stressed.

The “Fireman” was recently featured in DJ Khaled’s 2023 Grammy-nominated album God Did on the track These Streets Know My Name with Skillibeng, Sizzla, Bounty Killer, and Buju Banton.

He was also featured on the album Khaled Khaled, on the track Where You Come From, along with Buju Banton, Barrington Levy, and Bounty Killer.