Jamaican reggae artist Minna LaFortune eyes Grammy recognition

Jamaican- born, Brooklyn‑based reggae artist Minna LaFortune says she has officially submitted several recordings for consideration in the 69th Annual GRAMMY® Awards, marking a milestone year of creative expansion, cultural advocacy and international musical reach. The 69th Annual GRAMMY® Awards will take place on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2027, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA.  LaFortune told Caribbean Life on Tuesday, Oct. 13, that her submissions span Global Music Performance, Dance/Electronic Recording, Dance Pop Recording, Remixed Recording, and the prestigious Best Song for Social Change category. LaFortune said her work continues to “amplify Caribbean and African Diaspora narratives through music that is rhythmic, poetic, and socially conscious — resonating with audiences across the United States, the Caribbean, Africa, Europe, and beyond.” GRAMMY® Submissions African Women Categories: Global Music Performance • Best Song for Social Change LaFortune said African Women is a powerful tribute to the resilience and global influence of African women.  “Rooted in reggae and global roots traditions, African Women blends cultural pride with advocacy,” she said, positioning her as a voice for empowerment and representation on the world stage. Summer Love (Dance Version) Categories: Dance/Electronic Recording • Dance Pop Recording • Remixed Recording. LaFortune said Summer Love is “a vibrant, high‑energy dance‑fusion track” remixed from her popular reggae original.  “This version merges Caribbean pulse with contemporary electronic production, creating an infectious groove embraced by international DJs, playlists, and festival audiences,” she said. My Love My Love Category: Global Music Performance  LaFortune said “My Love My Love” is “a soulful, Latin-flavored melodic offering” that showcases her signature “blend of reggae, storytelling, and global musicality.”