Jone Capone, an artist with deep Surinamese roots, has dropped a fresh single titled Bad Chat, offering an edgy, Caribbean-inspired track with a uniquely global twist. Now based in South Florida, Capone dives into a new musical landscape, combining diverse influences from her upbringing in Suriname with Jamaican dancehall vibes, creating a style that feels both raw and refined.
Capone’s Bad Chat didn’t start as the track we hear today; it evolved from an older song she wrote nearly a decade ago. Revisiting it with new energy, Capone slowed the beat and injected a grittier edge, transforming it into a track she describes as “sass with style.” For her, the single reflects more than just a catchy rhythm; it’s a blend of the confidence she associates with Jamaican culture and the colorful diversity of her homeland.
Growing up in Paramaribo, Suriname’s bustling capital, Capone was immersed in a lively blend of musical genres. Known as a melting pot of influences, from reggae and dancehall to local Kaseko beats, Suriname’s music scene made a lasting impression on her. “It’s a hub where artists aren’t afraid to experiment, where styles meet and merge. You hear Kaseko mixed with hip hop, dancehall with Surinamese folk—it’s a natural fusion,” Capone reflects.
With a love for storytelling through music, she started writing in her teens, drawn to the sounds of iconic bands like Earth, Wind & Fire and reggae legends like Bob Marley. These influences, she notes, shaped her style and continue to guide her as she crafts songs that feel fresh yet familiar. Now, with Bad Chat, Jone Capone is ready to bring her multicultural sound to audiences far beyond the Caribbean.
