Vybz Kartel’s performance in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, has sparked a heated debate among U.S. dancehall fans, with one unexpected name at the centre of the controversy, MC Nuffy. It has been highlighted that while Vybz Kartel’s U.S.-based fans are excited about the upcoming Barclays Center concerts, which sold out within hours, some fans are not pleased with MC Nuffy’s theatrics at Tortola.
In fact, they are calling for Nuffy’s removal from the show, claiming that his over-the-top antics take away from the performance rather than enhance it. Social media has been flooded with opinions, with some arguing that his high-energy stage presence disrupts the flow.
However, others insist that he is an essential part of the show because Kartel has limited stage mobility, and the popular emcee fills the gaps in his set. One fan sarcastically noted, “Y’all shocked when Nuffy get too Nuff? The man’s name said it all!” Another said, “Brooklyn crowd will boo Nuffy off stage. TRUST.”
The debate has even drawn attention from fellow dancehall veteran Mr. Vegas, who weighed in on Instagram. In the post, he urged Kartel’s management team, including Skatta Burrell, to limit Nuffy’s role. He suggested that the emcee should do the introductions and closing remarks rather than being an active part of the performance. This sentiment was echoed by several fans, sharing that the show would be more successful with a DJ keeping the energy alive.
However, Skatta defended Nuffy, stating that the crowd’s reception to having an animated hype man was incredible. Nuffy also has other defenders. Many encouraged the organisers of Vybz Kartel’s upcoming Barclays Center concerts to keep MC Nuffy, arguing that without him, the show could feel lifeless.
Some expressed that Kartel has always been known more for his music than his stagecraft, indicating that high-energy performances were not his strong suit.
One supporter passionately stated, “Y’all don’t realize that Nuffy is LITERALLY carrying the bloodclaattt show! Kartel CANNOT perform like he used to! The idea everyone has in their heads of Kartel from back in the day is a nostalgic memory.”
Others pointed out that MC Nuffy is simply doing his job as a stage host, ensuring that the crowd remains engaged. “He highlighted the performance and it made sense. He is just literally happy for Kartel and is doing what an MC is supposed to do, entertain!” another fan commented.
