450 Crosses 500 Million YouTube Views as Global Rise Continues

Five years after breaking through with “Imperfection,” the dancehall star reaches a major digital milestone as he continues to rack up impressive numbers. Here’s a look at the numbers behind 450’s rise

450 celebrates another career milestone

Dancehall artiste 450 continues to strengthen his presence on the international circuit, reaching another major digital milestone as his official YouTube channel surpasses 500 million total views.

Five years after his breakout single “Imperfection” helped propel him to the forefront of Jamaica’s new generation of dancehall talent, the singer has built an impressive catalogue that continues to attract millions of views. Leading the way is his 2023 hit “Wild N Rich,” with more than 63 million views, while “Journey” has accumulated over 62 million views across its official video and audio.

Other major performers in his catalogue include “Live N’ Learn,” with more than 44 million views; his Shaneil Muir collaboration “Crawsis,” with over 36 million; “Bad Gyal,” with more than 34 million; and “Imperfection,” which has surpassed 22 million. “Cold Streets” has also generated more than 14 million views.

The milestone comes as 450 continues to expand his presence outside Jamaica with a growing slate of international bookings. This year, he made his debut at Best of the Best Music Fest in Miami over Memorial Day Weekend before taking the stage at the Sunsplash Festival in the Netherlands on July 5, placing him on one of Europe’s established reggae and dancehall festival stages.

With his international reach continuing to grow, 450 has also kept his release schedule active. He recently teamed up with Stalk Ashley for “Good Ole,” another polished and sensual collaboration that has already begun making waves, adding to the momentum behind one of dancehall’s rapidly rising international acts