In the present day, the Caribbean salutes considered one of its most dynamic voices in soca music, Skinny Fabulous — as he celebrates one other yr of life, lyrical genius, and unstoppable power.
The St. Vincent-born hitmaker, whose actual identify is Gamal Doyle, has turn out to be a staple within the Caribbean music scene and a beloved determine within the diaspora for his unmistakable voice, towering stage presence, and carnival anthems that ignite each feté.
From his breakout hit “Head Unhealthy” to the chart-topping “Famalay” alongside Machel Montano and Bunji Garlin — a music that made historical past by topping the iTunes Reggae chart and profitable Soca Music of the Yr on the 2020 Worldwide Soca Awards — Skinny Fabulous has constantly pushed soca to new heights. He’s earned the title of St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ Street March King a number of instances, and his songwriting expertise is simply as revered, penning hits for a few of the style’s greatest stars.
In 2025, Skinny Fabulous continues to experience excessive. He’s contemporary off an electrifying Carnival season, the place his newest releases — together with “Out and Unhealthy” and “Mr. Monster” — dominated Caribbean playlists and competition routes from Port of Spain to Brooklyn. His efficiency at Trinidad Carnival 2025 was met with rave opinions, reminding followers precisely why he stays some of the in-demand performers within the area.
Earlier this yr, Skinny additionally introduced a brand new collaborative EP within the works, teasing followers with studio clips and shock options that trace at a genre-blending expertise fusing soca with afrobeat, dancehall, and EDM influences.
– Commercial –
Greater than only a performer, Skinny Fabulous is a cultural ambassador for St. Vincent and the Grenadines. He proudly reps “Vincy” on each stage, bringing regional satisfaction to worldwide audiences. His power is infectious, his lyrics intelligent, and his dedication to uplifting Caribbean tradition unwavering.
He’s additionally not too long ago signed on as a brand ambassador for Caribbean service LIAT.
Whether or not he’s commanding huge crowds at fetes throughout the globe or dropping witty, crowd-pleasing punchlines in a freestyling session, Skinny Fabulous is at all times in his aspect. His potential to attach with individuals — to show each efficiency right into a shared celebration — is what units him aside.
So as we speak, we increase a glass, wave a rag, and ship massive birthday blessings to a real musical powerhouse.
Blissful Birthday, Skinny Fabulous!
Thanks for the music, the recollections, and the moments. We are able to’t wait to see what’s subsequent.
