Sherwin Gardner, a prominent figure in the Caribbean music scene, has set the world ablaze with his latest afrobeat-infused release, “Find Me Here (Blessings Find Me).” The Trinidad and Tobago native has become a global sensation, trending not only in the Caribbean but also captivating audiences in the United States, Africa, Europe and Asia. In just two weeks, a tantalizing snippet of his new track has garnered an astonishing 200 million+ views, primarily on TikTok, with sparks of excitement also igniting on Instagram. The momentum has been fueled by fans, as seen by the 200k user generated creations. After weeks of anticipation, the full track is now available on digital platforms worldwide.
“I created a short song just for a New Year’s Day post to set a tone for the new year,” Gardner says. “When I posted the video, I was thinking 100 people might like it. The next day, I woke up to over 100,000 views. Now, it’s in the hundreds of millions on TikTok and Instagram. It’s totally unexpected and I’m so grateful for the attention to the song.”
The reception has been outpouring and trending upwards. Fans have been inspired by the track’s motivational lyrics to post their 2024 manifestations. Content creators have also utilized the track as the backdrop of introspective and feel-good videos. Since the initial tease, the song has begun garnering millions of views, now approaching nearly 30 million daily views on TikTok. Since the song began spiking, there has been a notable increase in outreach from potential brand partners. This all occurred prior to the full song being completed.
In a whirlwind of creativity, Gardner sprinted into his Bahamian studio to craft a demo. Swiftly, he dispatched the demo to Julius Nana, a Kenyan arranger. As Nana seamlessly delivered the final beat via email, Gardner dove into a bout of activity. From cutting the lead vocals to harmonizing with his own background vocals, incorporating atmospheric elements, and masterfully handling the mixdown – Gardner executed every facet with an unwavering dedication to perfection.
Are you vibing with Sherwin Gardner’s new song “Find Me Here (Blessings Find Me)”?
