Kranium, born Kemar Donaldson on August 12, 1991, is a Jamaican-born, New York-based dancehall artist known for his smooth blend of dancehall rhythms with R&B influences. He rose to international fame with his breakout single "Nobody Has to Know" in 2013, which became a hit across dancehall and mainstream charts, particularly in the U.S. and the Caribbean. His distinctive vocal style, combining infectious melodies with lyrics often centered around love, relationships, and sensuality, has earned him widespread recognition within the genre.
Growing up in Montego Bay, Jamaica, Kranium was influenced by the vibrant musical landscape of his homeland. He moved to the United States at the age of 12, where he honed his craft in the New York dancehall scene. His ability to fuse Jamaican sounds with American R&B and hip-hop elements has made him a standout figure in dancehall's evolution on the global stage. Kranium's subsequent projects, including albums like *Rumors* (2015) and *Midnight Sparks* (2019), have solidified his place as a consistent hitmaker in the dancehall genre.
Collaborating with international stars like Ty Dolla $ign, Wizkid, and Tory Lanez, Kranium continues to push the boundaries of dancehall, making him a key figure in bringing the genre to wider audiences. His laid-back delivery and knack for crafting catchy hooks have earned him both critical and commercial success, marking him as one of the most prominent dancehall artists of his generation.
