With a slate of singles permeating radio and the Jamaican music charts including Giving It and Jamaican Girls, Christopher created history when he became the first Digicel Rising Stars alumni to score a hit single on any chart in Jamaica.
‘It has been a wonderful journey so far, filled with new and promising encounters. It is also challenging but I love what I am doing, so it makes that much easier’, Christopher remarked when asked about the journey from being an unknown to a popular personality.
Christopher’s growth as an artiste and an individual ever since he shot onto the scene in 2005 is quite evident. His vocal chops have improved drastically, he is now under the guidance of the Big Yard label which is one of the most prolific musical entities in Jamaica, and he has gained a lot of respect from his peers.
‘I’ve grown tremendously and I am more confident in my performance. My voice also seems more richer and I know exactly what it is I am capable of. I think I have gained the respect from others, due to the amount of work that I have been putting in’, said Martin.
Martin was born on Valentine’s Day in 1987 to parents Cleveland and Maxine Martin. He attended the Watermount All-Age School and later the St. Jago High School. It was during his high school years that his love for the dramatic arts and sports developed. He participated in various sporting activities including football and he even participated in the School’s Drama Festival where he was awarded the best actor award in 2003. That same year he was named Mr. St. Jago High and he also earned the sectional prize for Most Talented.
Additionally, Martin has won numerous awards for singing, throughout his high school years. In 2005, he was awarded the Gold Medal in the Jamaica National Skills competition in singing.
Christopher graduated from St. Jago High school in 2003. After winning the Digicel Rising Stars competition, Martin participated in Digicel’s Christmas promotions in 2005. His debut single Love is all We Need formed part of the promotional campaign.
Martin’s subsequent releases included Conscience, Christmas in Jamdown featuring the Katalys Crew, My Love for You, Take My Wings, Tonight, Giving It, and Jamaican Girls. He has worked with a number of top producers in the reggae/dancehall arena including Robert Livingston (Big Yard), Arif Cooper, Shane Brown and Christopher Birch.
He has performed on a number of stage shows, events, functions and entertainment events across Jamaica and even overseas. One of his major accomplishments in 2006 was signing a contract with Blue Cross of Jamaica. He will make appearances on the behalf of the company until June 2006. Martin’s parents have been the source of his motivation to pursue his musical ambitions. ‘My parents and my peers at school really motivated me. They always said that I would be a star’, he said. He said his main objective is to bring the music and his interpretation of the music to farther heights. ‘I want every household across the world to know and love my music and where I come from’, Martin added.
Martin is presently studying Business Management and Accounting at the University of Technology (UTECH) in Jamaica. His lifelong goal is to become an entrepreneur.
Martin lists singing, reading, socializing and baking among his hobbies. His website which can be seen by logging on to www.chrismartin.com.jm is up and running. His fans can interact with him via that medium. Very soon, a fan club will be officially launched where fans can get closer to him.
Chill Spot
Christopher Martin Lyrics
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Nothing at all naw go my way
Mi fell like give give up
Throw in the towel and give up
When mi work just a stress mi
A mi girl naw cores mi
Yow mi have a few spots weh mi rally back
And all a mi problem dem leff mi
Big up mi lane big up mi block
Big up any weh yo can chill woll a vibes and bill
Release yo stress an relax
A mi she big up the barber shop
Big up the ball field weh the ballers at
Before mi go home a deh so mi stop
Release mi mind an relax
A mi chill spot
Every body have somewhere
Where they go when they feel there's no way out
Fi laugh an chat
An fi get bout all a the struggles dem face throughout the day
Yuh affi have a home away from home
Six pack an six a drop in a domino
Sing along then from yo know that
Yo affi have yo chill spot
Meck mi tell yo bout spots like these
Calm yo down an put yo mind at ease
Work a kill yo yo want breeze
Start watc hi clock an a ramp wid yo keys
An as yo reach yo just free up
Hold a vibes wid yo friends an a live up
Now wi all a sing along now cause wi know that
Wi affi have wi chill spot
Anywhere yo go to kill some time
To release some pressure off yo mind
Every evening at the same time
You can find me at my spot
Chillin on my block
The song Chill Spot by Christopher Martin is a reflection on the hardships and stress faced by individuals in their daily lives, and the importance of having a designated "chill spot" to escape and unwind. Martin opens up about his struggles with bad days and stress, stating that at times he feels like giving up. However, despite these difficult times, Martin has found solace in a few spots within his community where he can "release [his] stress and relax." Martin urges his listeners to also find their own chill spots, whether it be a barber shop, a ball field, or simply a spot to "laugh and chat."
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of having a place where one can go to escape the struggles and pressures of their daily lives. Martin encourages his listeners to find their own home away from home, a place where they can unwind and recharge. The lyrics also touch on the idea of community and togetherness, as Martin mentions that his chill spots often involve spending time with friends and neighbors. The song ultimately serves as a reminder that, amidst the chaos and stress of life, it is important to take time to relax and find joy in the little things.
Line by Line Meaning
Some days a the week will be bad days
There are some days of the week that are bad and not going my way.
Nothing at all naw go my way
Nothing seems to go my way at all.
Mi fell like give give up
I feel like giving up.
Throw in the towel and give up
I want to give up and concede defeat.
When mi work just a stress mi
My work is just causing me stress.
A mi girl naw cores mi
My girlfriend is not comforting me.
Yow mi have a few spots weh mi rally back
Luckily I have a few places where I can bounce back.
And all a mi problem dem leff mi
All of my problems go away.
So mi big up the corner shop
So I big up the local store.
Big up mi lane big up mi block
I shout out my lane and my block.
Big up any weh yo can chill woll a vibes and bill
I big up any place where you can chill and relax with good vibes.
Release yo stress an relax
Release your stress and relax.
A mi she big up the barber shop
I also shout out the barber shop.
Big up the ball field weh the ballers at
I also shout out the ball field where the ballers are.
Before mi go home a deh so mi stop
Before going home, I stop there.
Release mi mind an relax
I release my mind and relax.
A mi chill spot
This is my chill spot.
Every body have somewhere
Everybody has somewhere they go to.
Where they go when they feel there's no way out
They go there when they feel like there's no way out.
Fi laugh an chat
To laugh and chat.
An fi get bout all a the struggles dem face throughout the day
And to forget about all the struggles they faced throughout the day.
Yuh affi have a home away from home
You need a home away from home.
Six pack an six a drop in a domino
Bring a six-pack and play dominoes.
Sing along then from yo know that
Sing along, because you already know how it goes.
Yo affi have yo chill spot
You have to have your own chill spot.
Meck mi tell yo bout spots like these
Let me tell you about places like these.
Calm yo down an put yo mind at ease
Calm you down and put your mind at ease.
Work a kill yo yo want breeze
Work is overwhelming, you need a break.
Start watc hi clock an a ramp wid yo keys
Start watching the clock and fiddling with your keys.
An as yo reach yo just free up
And as you arrive, you just unwind.
Hold a vibes wid yo friends an a live up
Hang out with friends and enjoy yourself.
Now wi all a sing along now cause wi know that
Now we all sing along because we know how it goes.
Wi affi have wi chill spot
We have to have our own chill spot.
Anywhere yo go to kill some time
Wherever you go to kill some time.
To release some pressure off yo mind
To release some pressure from your mind.
Every evening at the same time
Every evening at the same time.
You can find me at my spot
You can find me at my spot, chilling on my block.
Contributed by Victoria D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@SoloKid2006
This Tune is My Chill Spot!!! Big Up!!!!
@markroach4383
Real. Talent. Up. Move. 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🎤🎼🎶
@Pateram
Good message, all bout them chill spots RELAX!
@sergiobm6788
Still dropping hard in 2022 / 20223
Big up all the chillspots 🔥🏖
Chris Martin alongside Konshens and Busy signal waiting for you in Tamarindo Costa Rica
@AnZy8888
Thnx Chris fi giving a Real 2012 Chillaxing vibe wen me stress...
@ujhhre
dah tune yah own the riddim....Chris good song, real song gone a road
@FarmerRonzie
Neeeeeeddddssssss a video. A high quality video too, with real moments being captured. Really nice song... (:
@phrenchvanilla
been listening to Tarrus on this for the past few months.. had totally forgotten about this gem! Chris Martin wicked!
@warren5410
big up me corner shop......like it!!!!!
@jacefranco1
Crazy vibes riddim a shot Chris shell it properly and mi love how tarus a sort out di harmony!!!! Mad it teck di riddim by far!!!!!