KES’S COCOA TEA: A SWEET NEW SOCA JAM
Trinidad & Tobago’s musical gem, Kes, has done it again with his enchanting new single Cocoa Tea. This romantic soca jam, produced by the talented Tano, promises to captivate listeners worldwide.
With its silky melodies and heartfelt lyrics, Cocoa Tea showcases Kes’ unique ability to fuse traditional soca vibes with modern musical sensibilities. Known for his soulful voice and magnetic stage presence, he continues to redefine the genre, making soca a global sensation.
This release marks Kes’ first official single since his critically acclaimed album Man With No Door took the world by storm. Released in March 2024, the album featured collaborations with reggae and soca heavyweights like Shaggy, Busy Signal, and Queen Omega. Boasting over 30 million streams, it solidified his status as a trailblazer in Caribbean music.
COCOA TEA FEELS LIKE A LOVE LETTER TO SOCA FANS AND A REMINDER OF ITS RICH STORYTELLING ROOTS
Kes is no stranger to cultural milestones either. Just months ago, he joined Sean Paul to deliver the anthemic Out Of This World, the official song of the 2024 Men’s Cricket World Cup. With Tano once again behind the boards, the track energised cricket fans globally.
Cocoa Tea feels like a love letter to soca fans and a reminder of the genre’s rich storytelling roots. As he puts it, “Soca is joy—it’s love, and it’s our heartbeat.“
Dive into Cocoa Tea and let Kes take you on a musical journey. Whether you’re a soca enthusiast or a newcomer, this song is bound to leave you spellbound.
ABOUT KES
Kes, the vibrant reggae artist from Trinidad and Tobago, embodies the island’s diverse cultural fusion. Celebrated for instant soca classics like Wotless and laid-back jams such as Tuesday on the Rocks, Kes blends pop, reggae, and afrobeats with infectious energy.
Originally formed in 2005 by charismatic singer Kees Dieffenthaller, his brothers Jon and Hans, and childhood friend Riad Boochoon, the band has evolved, now with Dean James on drums.
Kes has become a mainstay in Caribbean music from humble beginnings playing cover songs to winning hearts with originals. With hits like Hello and Stage Gone Bad, they continue spreading good vibes worldwide and promise more with upcoming releases.
