Although he has been on the scene for a little under a year, dancehall artiste Jamali has soared to higher heights with the release of his latest track Living The Dream.

“The reception has been pretty great. I’ve heard quite a number of positive responses that just make me feel proud,” the entertainer told the Jamaica Observer’s Splash.

Released on January 24, the track was produced by J9 Records. It has an accompanying music video that was directed by Yow Kre8.

The 26-year-old, whose given name is Jah-Marley Knight, is a third-year nursing student at Broward College in Florida. He is also a dialysis technician.

The Spanish Town-born artiste spent a bit of his childhood between Portmore, St Catherine, and Clarendon, but ultimately spent most of his years in St Elizabeth, where he attended Newell High School.

Although having a regular profession, he said music is his first love.

“Growing up there was always music being played in the background. And, from a younger age, I was exposed to that. Funny enough, my brother wanted to become an artiste. My father also recorded a song way back in the day, and I have cousins who actually do music. I was exposed from a tender age and, as I grew, my interest piqued,” Jamali said.

His musical inspirations are his brother, Bounty Killer, Beenie Man, Mavado, and Vybz Kartel.

Some of Jamali’s previously released tracks include Gyallis, Revenues, and Cómo te llamas.

The entertainer — who was also billed for Sting Live in December — is compiling a body of work to be released this year.

“Supporters can expect versatility and a different array of sounds and topics. That’s my main focus right now. Just expect bangers,” Jamali said.

— Kediesha Perry