Minister Taf ignites joyful praise with Rock and Come Een

Gospel-reggae artiste Minister Taf says his latest single, Rock and Come Een, was inspired by the need to dispel the misconception that Christianity is boring.

The song was released on Friday, June 26 and is produced by the Costa Rica-based K.L.E.B.

“There’s a common misconception that Christianity is boring. Being Jamaican by birth, I know we love to party, so I wanted to create a high-energy party atmosphere where Christians can praise God. The Bible says, “Let everything that hath breath, praise the Lord,” and tells us to “make a joyful noise unto the Lord”. This track brings that fun, dance-centric nature to faith.

“Instead of just walking into a party normally, you ‘buss a little rock, and come een!’ It is also blending faith with a dynamic, danceable rhythm, where the track challenges traditional stereotypes of worship music. It offers listeners an infectious, celebratory alternative to mainstream club culture, even though it can cross over to the secular and be played in clubs, parties,” United Kingdom-based Minister Taf told the Jamaica Observer on Friday.

A vibrant celebration of faith, unity, and the irresistible spirit of gospel music, Rock and Come Een blends an infectious reggae beat with an uplifting message and invites listeners everywhere to step into a “pure and clean” vibe where praise and joy take centrestage. The song’s aura pulls in the listener and unites in worship and celebration.

Anchored in a strong declaration of belief, the track boldly proclaims the message of Christ while keeping the atmosphere light, welcoming, and full of energy.

Rock and Come Een continues Minister Taf’s mission to redefine gospel music through reggae, creating songs that resonate both spiritually and culturally. He uses his music to bridge the gap between traditional gospel and contemporary reggae or dancehall, inspiring audiences to celebrate faith with joy, rhythm, and unity.

Asked whether the song will be a part of a project, Minister Taf said, “Honestly, I’m just being led by the Spirit of God. You never know what’s next, as God is full of surprises. Suh mek we see waah gwaan!”

Minister Taf, real name Tafari Henry, began his musical journey 14 years ago. He is originally from the community of Duanvale in Trelawny, where he attended the Cedric Titus Comprehensive High School in Clark’s Town.

At the age of 26, Minister Taf, a former rapper, became a born-again Christian.

“It’s the best decision I’ve ever made. Him fix me up good, mi naah lie,” he disclosed, while sharing some of the challenges that he has faced as a Christian.

“In my earlier walk, I battled pornography, masturbation, lust, and anger, alongside dealing with people gossiping about me, and times I wanted to completely quit music. Overcoming pornography and lust required fasting, prayer, studying the Bible, and devouring sermons and books to gain control over my flesh with the help of the Holy Spirit. For my temper, I attended anger management classes, combined with the Word, fasting, and prayer, to make self-control my new default. When people gossiped, the temptation to fire back was real, but I chose to be the bigger person and let God fight my battles. Whenever I felt like quitting music I had to remember my ‘why’ and stand firm knowing God called me to this ministry.

“I am blessed to have a few good people around me who encourage me, and God Himself always steps in right on time, whether it’s giving me a word somehow or opening a new door to keep me going. I am sharing this raw truth because, thank God, He changed me, and now my purpose is to help others break free from those same chains,” he said.