Jamaican dancehall icon Popcaan (Andrae Sutherland) teams up with emerging artist Natebadz to drop a fresh collaboration titled “Family First”, officially released on June 16, 2025, under Unruly Ent / BlackState. The single comes in the wake of Popcaan’s recent release, “Snapchat”, which hit streaming platforms on June 12, 2025, clocking in at approximately 2 minutes and climbing the charts shortly after its debut.
Family First is a rhythmic dancehall anthem running around 3 minutes and 25 seconds, set in B major at 85 BPM. It is a groove-infused declaration that embraces unity, loyalty, and community values. Songwriting credits go to Popcaan and Natebadz, with production released from their respective labels, continuing Popcaan’s tradition of authentic, heartfelt dancehall narratives.
Popcaan is a Jamaican deejay and songwriter born on July 19, 1988, in Saint Thomas Parish, rising from Portmore’s music scene. He joined Vybz Kartel’s Gaza Empire in 2008, and since then, he’s become a global dancehall ambassador. His breakthrough came with the hit “Clarks” in 2010, followed by acclaimed albums such as Where We Come From (2014), Forever (2018), and Great Is He (2023), released via OVO Sound and Warner.
Popcaan released Snapchat on June 12, 2025, a two-minute single that continues his momentum.
Family First, featuring Natebadz, followed on June 16, 2025, with an official music video shot by RB Visuals and shared via Popcaan’s VEVO channel, already gaining over 300,000 views.
Other 2025 tracks include “Magical” featuring Teebone (May 19), “Abundant Life (Words of Wisdom)” (May 11), “How You Aguh Know” (April 8), and previous singles like “Nothing Without God” and “Body Round.”
Popcaan remains consistent in 2025, balancing spiritual and feel-good tracks while actively collaborating with both veterans and rising stars.
Natebadz, though still new to the scene, leaves a strong impression on this track. His feature on “Family First” showcases smooth vocal delivery and strong lyrical presence alongside Popcaan. Their chemistry is evident both in the audio and visuals.
“Family First” carries a message of unity, respect, and collective strength. It blends classic dancehall energy with a warm, relatable message, making it suitable for both parties and reflective moments. Its mid-tempo beat and catchy hook encourage listeners to prioritize family and loyalty.
Popcaan’s “Family First” featuring Natebadz continues his strong output for 2025. With an engaging video and a chorus rooted in loyalty and brotherhood, the track highlights Popcaan’s growth as a voice of the streets and as a cultural influencer. Following the viral impact of “Snapchat,” this new release adds yet another compelling chapter to his musical journey.
Listen to the full track and experience the uplifting energy that reminds us why family should always come first.
