OLDIES SUNDAY: @MistyJeanMusic – Kijan Lari A Ye (2008)

The month of May is recognized as “Haitian Heritage Month“, and we’re sending love to Haiti, and those of Haitian descent on “Oldies Sunday“. Today, we go back in time a lil to check out Recording Artist Misty Jean’s “Kijan Lari A Ye“.

Produced by Jeff Wainwright and released through Melodie Makers, Inc. in 2008, “Kijan Lari A Ye” is a Compas single by Misty Jean that started a party in the streets. The production, the Haitian Creole, and the chanting throughout brought a unique vibe, and encouraged the listener to get in the groove. The single was released during one of the heights of Misty’s popularity, and it enjoyed much success locally, and Internationally. “Kijan Lari A Ye” was featured on Jean’s 3rd album, “Li Pa Two Ta“, which was also a successful release. A Music Video accompanied “Kijan Lari A Ye”, and was shot in Florida at the Plantation High School with Oriol Vatelia handling directorial duties.

Since the release of “Kijan Lari A Ye”, Misty Jean’s popularity grew even more. A star since a child, she earned a legendary status in the music scene, represented Haiti in various ways, got into acting and entrepreneurship, and worked on more music over the years. “Kijan Lari A Ye” is still played today by many around the world.