KAMARLA
PITTER
Queen Kamarla — Voice of Trench Town. Reggae royalty rising from the Jungle to the world stage. Storyteller. Author. Humanitarian.
From the Jungle
to the World Stage
“People see the music, but they don’t always see the struggle behind it. This book is my truth — my journey, my sacrifices and my growth.”
Born Kamarla Pitter on July 9, 1983, the woman the world now calls Queen Kamarla — and fittingly, Platinum Sheriff — came up the hard way. Her mother, Ms. Rose, took her three children out of an abusive home in Portmore and ended up raising them in Trench Town, the very soil that grew Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer.
Poverty forced her out of school after ninth grade. She became a mother at fifteen. But the music in her never quieted. Inspired by Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, and most deeply by Garnet Silk — whom she still calls her musical mentor — she sharpened her craft on school stages, then alongside reggae greats Sugar Minott and Horace Andy.
Out of those sessions came her own imprint, Catalyst Entertainment Group— a launchpad. From Sting 2012 to Peter Tosh and Bob Marley anniversaries, from Ghetto Splash to Sun City Summer Jam, she has earned her crown the hard way: one decision, one song, one stage at a time.
The Journey
Born Kamarla Pitter, July 9, in Portmore, Jamaica.
Family relocates to Trench Town (Jungle) — the cradle of reggae shapes her sound.
Records with the legendary Sugar Minott and Horace Andy.
Founds Catalyst Entertainment Group; performs at Sting 2012, Peter Tosh & Bob Marley tributes.
Promotes the Stop the Crime & Violence concert series across Kingston communities.
Releases memoir "The Story of My Life Journey" and debut album "Respect Me".
The Sound of a Queen
ME
Respect Me
Debut Album — Coming 2026
Self-executive-produced, Respect Me blends roots reggae foundations with modern dancehall energy. Features I-Octane, Ginjah, Mikey General, Natty King and Jigsy King.
Singles & Collaborations
New Beginnings
feat. Ginjah
Protected
Single
Hot Spot
feat. Krush
Constant Struggle
with Natty King
Come a Mi Yaad
Single
Nuh Ramp Wid Mi
Single
Posing Ting
Single
Wah A Gwaan
with Mikey General
Too Young Fi Mi
Single
Extension
Single
The Story
of My Life Journey
Sharing a powerful story of resilience.
A candid account of perseverance, purpose and personal transformation. Queen Kamarla reflects on the realities behind her journey — balancing caregiving, navigating a demanding daily commute, and staying committed to her craft through sacrifice and uncertainty.
Her message is clear: resilience is built one decision at a time.
Available wherever books are sold — Amazon · Apple Books · Barnes & Noble · Kobo
Moments & Movement
A Queen’s Heart
The crown is heavy — but it’s love that lifts it.
Stop the Crime & Violence
Queen Kamarla promoted the Stop the Crime & Violence concert series, taking music as a vehicle of peace into some of Kingston’s most volatile neighborhoods. The series brought rival communities together under one stage, one rhythm.
For the Children
When her son Kavon was diagnosed with acute pancreatitis, Kamarla turned grief into action — organizing fundraisers and rallying well-wishers to bring him home healthy. That experience deepened her commitment to childhood health, youth mentorship, and giving Trench Town’s next generation a real shot.
“I’m not stopping. I know where I’m going, and I’m working every day to get there.”
Catalyst Entertainment Group
Founded by Queen Kamarla — a launchpad to greatness for artists rising out of the same streets that raised her.
Press Highlights
Queen Kamarla shares her life story in her memoir — a powerful story of resilience that speaks to every soul who has fought their way up from nothing.
"Crime and Violence" is a very timely message that all gang members and misdirected youths need to hear. Tune of the Week.
Queen Kamarla returns with her anti-violence campaign — determined to reach every troubled community, one stage at a time.
Get in Touch
For bookings, press inquiries, collaborations and features — reach out directly. Queen Kamarla’s team responds personally.