Jamaican dancehall firebrands Skeng and Skirdle Sparta unleashed Neva Retire on May 21, 2025, cementing their status as the new guard of the genre. Produced by Romeich Entertainment, this gritty anthem celebrates relentless ambition, street loyalty, and the grind behind the glamour. With a music video amassing 1M+ YouTube views in 48 hours, here’s why Neva Retire dominates summer playlists.

Release Details & Streaming

  • Release Date: May 21, 2025 (Track + Music Video)

  • Label/Producer: Romeich Entertainment

  • Stream: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music

  • Runtime: 3:22

Lyrical Breakdown: Hustle, Loyalty & Grind

Neva Retire blends Skeng’s rapid-fire patois with Skirdle Sparta’s commanding hooks:

  • Skeng’s Verse:
    “Money over love, dawg—the streets don’t expire / Clip full like mi magazine, watch dem run like tires!”
    → Themes: Street survival, distrust, and financial focus.

  • Skirdle Sparta’s Chorus:
    “We neva retire! From gully to empire / Loyalty a di requirement, traitors get retired.”
    → Themes: Brotherhood, resilience, and consequences for betrayal.

Structure: Intro → Chorus → Verse 1 → Chorus → Verse 2 → Outro

Music Video: Raw Jamaican Authenticity

Directed by Romeich Entertainment, the visual captures Kingston’s energy:

  • Locations: Downtown street corners, dimly lit yards, flashy car scenes.

  • Symbolism:

    • Chains: Representing ambition’s weight.

    • Candlelit Vigils: Nodding to fallen comrades.

  • Vibes: High-energy dance sequences juxtaposed with solitary moments of reflection.

Artist Spotlight: Dancehall’s New Dynasty

Skeng

  • Rising Star: 20-year-old phenom known for Gvnman Shift and Protocol.

  • Signature Style: Lightning-fast patois flows fused with trap influences.

  • 2025 Momentum: Collabs with Shenseea and Masicka.

Skirdle Sparta

  • Veteran Voice: Dancehall stalwart since the early 2010s (e.g., Street Credential).

  • Role: Anchors tracks with authoritative hooks and street narratives.

Romeich Entertainment

  • Hitmaker: Produced Shenseea’s LICK and Vybz Kartel’s Fever.

  • Visual Aesthetic: Gritty, cinematic Jamaica.

Cultural Impact & Reception

  • Jamaican Charts: Debuted #1 on Hype TV’s Dancehall Top 10.

  • Fan Reactions:

    • “Skeng’s flow is UNMATCHED!” – YouTube comment

    • “Skirdle Sparta still runs di chorus game!” – Twitter @DancehallJunkie

  • Global Reach: Featured on Spotify’s Dancehall Rising and Apple Music’s Fire in di Dance.

Why Neva Retire Resonates

  1. Authenticity: Unfiltered street narratives resonate with Jamaica’s youth.

  2. Production: Romeich’s signature dembow-kick drum fusion creates infectious energy.

  3. Timing: Drops amid dancehall’s global resurgence (see Masicka’s Grammy nod).


Final Verdict: Dancehall’s Anthem of Resilience

Neva Retire isn’t just a song—it’s a manifesto. Skeng and Skirdle Sparta, backed by Romeich’s elite production, deliver a track that honors dancehall’s roots while pushing its future. For fans of raw lyricism and unapologetic Jamaican sound, this is essential listening.