Minna LaFortune starts up an action with new reggae anthem “Cease Fire”

Reggae artist Minna LaFortune offers a moving plea for peace with her new single, “Cease Fire,” a call to action that directly addresses the tragic global epidemic of gun violence in urban and disenfranchised communities. LaFortune, with raw emotion and an urgent message, weaves a saga of loss, heartbreak, and hope, calling for an end to the senseless bloodshed that is snatching young Black lives.

From Jamaica to New York City, from Haiti to Soweto, the lyrics depict a grim tableau of communities ravaged by gunfire. The lyrics stab deep, ringing a painful truth many families face. But beyond the grief, the message from LaFortune was clear.

The track’s blend of roots reggae generates an energizing sound that heightens its sense of urgency. Driven by an infectious beat and mega-watt delivery by LaFortune herself, “Cease Fire” transcends song and takes movement, asking listeners to do more than hear but also respond.