And so it came to pass that the street yute and the single mother tek it do worl and are now the new Magnum King and Queen of Dancehall!

It reads like something from a fairy-tale story that the less fortunate, through their talent, tenacity and fortitude, withstood the test of time, earned the respect and adoration of many, a million dollars and an opportunity which will forever change their lives. Who could have fathomed that a man, who by his own admission, sleeps in a cemetery would be a millionaire today and can drive pass di cemetery now?

I have to congratulate the contestants of the Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall for a job well done because of the intense preparation in a short space of time. The competition has made some, broken some and for some, confirmed that they are woefully lacking in natural talent. Poor and Boasy and Tiki came into the competition virtual unknowns, but armed with a mission, a purpose and a dream. With hard work and a positive attitude, they have proven that if you persist then you will succeed and no matter how dark or destitute your life may seem, it is possible to rise from the rubble like Mr, Oooooh, Poor and Boasy again!

It is important for both Magnum King and Queen to understand seh di work jus' start and to whom much is given much is expected. They should remain grounded and never lose focus because a now di 'badmind' people dem a go wash dem dutty mout' pon dem! Mi hope dem remember seh a substance over hype because after all is said and done, if they cannot hold their own on the world stage then dem will melt weh like butta 'gainst sun. Music business is no joke and they must be steadfast in their quest for success.

big up

Haffi big up Magnum and Gary Dixon who, despite the odds, not only stuck with and believed in dancehall but a show that gives youngsters the opportunity to showcase their talent and gives them a chance to shine. It is also pleasing to know that Jamaicans rallied behind their favourite contestants so dem could win. Magnum Kings and Queens of Dancehall is about originality, creativity, spontaneity and raw talent which both the King and Queen embody.

no false Celebrity

It is important that for contestants to understand the competition and understand themselves. In a competition there will be a queen and those who will not make it to the crown. If you are an individual who is 'thin skinned' or has a bad attitude then it is important to know that when you enter competitions you are opening up yourself to people's opinion and judgement. If yuh know yuh don't have what it takes to be a true celebrity with grace and poise, then leave it for those who are mature enough to manage. In the grand scheme of things no one will be breastfed or pampered so just grown some skin, know what you're about and move forward with humility.

With that said big up RC, the conscious and melodious one and of course to Destiny whose lyrical competence, attire and flair impressed us all and as Degree woulda seh "dem a two good good artiste and dem have potential". Poor and Boasy is a beacon of hope and Tiki the testimony to determined women everywhere. Di Magnum definitely inna dem....to di flippin worl!

If you want mi fi Talk di Tings dem pon a topic please email me at misskitty@gleanerjm.com.

The competition has made some, broken some and for some, confirmed that they are woefully lacking in natural talent.