Jone Capone, a singer and songwriter hailing from Suriname and now based in South Florida, brings a bold mix of Caribbean influences to her music. Her latest single, Bad Chat, dropped in September and features her own twist on dancehall with a slower, attitude-filled rhythm. Known for her sassy style and Jamaican-inspired flair, Jone says the song was crafted with confidence and playful energy, capturing her admiration for Jamaican pop culture.
The track actually started as Bang Bang, a song Jone wrote a decade ago but only released last year. “I wanted to give it more edge, so I slowed the beat and layered on two new verses,” she says, giving it a fresh vibe that matches her evolving sound.
Growing up in Suriname’s capital, Paramaribo, Jone was immersed in a multicultural environment that deeply influenced her music. The city’s vibrant dancehall and reggae scenes, which have drawn big names like Buju Banton and Beenie Man, fostered her love for a range of Caribbean styles. She credits the diversity of her homeland for her ability to mix genres, drawing inspiration from reggae legends like Bob Marley and modern dancehall stars like Shenseea and Masicka.
“The music scene in Suriname is unique,” she shares. “We blend dancehall with hip hop, soca, and even Kaseko, a traditional Surinamese genre. It’s a melting pot that creates this rich, layered sound.” With Bad Chat, Jone Capone channels her multicultural roots and Jamaican influence into a track that’s as bold as it is infectious.
