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Wayne Wonder (born Von Wayne Charles on July 26, 1972, in Buff Bay, Portland, Jamaica) is a celebrated Jamaican reggae and dancehall artist known for his smooth vocals and fusion of reggae, R&B, hip-hop, and lovers rock:

Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Wayne grew up singing in Sunday school and was inspired by gospel, reggae, and soul music. His mother’s church performances influenced his vocal style

He began writing songs at age 13 and gained early exposure performing at Metro Media in Allman Town, Kingston

His nickname "Wonder" originated from his introspective nature as a child

Career Breakthrough
King Tubby, the legendary producer, launched Wayne’s career with his debut single, "Long and Lasting Love" (1985). Tubby’s death in 1988 temporarily stalled Wayne’s progress

He rebounded with hits like "It’s Over Now" and his first album, No More Chance (1989), though early work included cover songs due to industry preferences

Collaborating with childhood friend Dave Kelly at Penthouse Records in the 1990s, Wayne produced hits like "Saddest Day" and "Movie Star" (a duet with Buju Banton)

International Success
His 2003 single "No Letting Go" (based on the Diwali riddim) became a global hit, reaching No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 3 in the UK. The album No Holding Back earned a Grammy nomination for Best Reggae Album

Wayne’s velvety voice and crossover appeal led to collaborations with artists like Foxy Brown, Left Eye (TLC), and Sean Paul

He founded his label, Singso Records, in 2000, further blending hip-hop into his reggae roots

Later Work and Legacy
Albums like Foreva (2007) and My Way (2012) maintained his presence in reggae charts

Wayne is credited with mentoring Buju Banton and shaping dancehall’s evolution, though Banton’s solo move impacted their partnership

Known for his romantic lyrics and soulful delivery, he contrasts with the aggressive style of many dancehall artists

Discography Highlights
Key Albums: No Holding Back (2003), Foreva (2007), Schizophrenic (2001)

Hit Singles: "Bounce Along", "Hold Me Now" (for 50 First Dates soundtrack)

For a full list of works, see his Wikipedia page or Billboard profile

Wayne Wonder remains a pivotal figure in bridging reggae with global pop, celebrated for his versatility and enduring influence.