Ricardo " Daddy Chinee" Melville: It's Showtime

Ricardo “Daddy Chinee” Melville: A Voice Without Borders—@Kerice Pascall.

Ricardo “Daddy Chinee” Melville stands as a true symbol of versatility in the Trinidad and Tobago music industry. Known for his seamless crossover across Soca, Chutney Soca, Reggae, and Soca Parang, Daddy Chinee has built a career that transcends genre and geography.

Born in Tobago and raised in Trinidad, his musical journey began at just 13 years old. By 18, he stepped onto the professional stage, debuting at the Toco Composite High School graduation ceremony—an early sign of the powerhouse performer he would become. Over the years, his voice has carried him across the Caribbean, North America, and Europe, with performances in countries such as Barbados, Guyana, Canada, the United States, the Netherlands, and Spain.

Daddy Chinee’s career is marked by collaborations with some of the region’s most respected bands, including the Roy Cape Allstars, Sound Revolution, Jah Vibes, Melobugs, T&Tec Gayatones, Trishul, Dil-E-Nadan, and his own former band, Hipnotic. He is currently a featured member of RG The Band, led by Rishi Gayadeen.

What truly sets Daddy Chinee apart is his passion for live performance. He thrives on the energy of the crowd, describing the exchange between performer and audience as the heartbeat of his craft. That connection—raw, electric, and genuine—has earned him admiration at home and abroad, cementing his place as a respected and enduring force in Caribbean music.

For 2026 Daddy Chinee has Released 

• She Gone—Daddy Chinee & RG The Band
• D'Goddess—Daddy Chinee & RG The Band
• Barrackpore Wedding—Daddy Chinee x Neeshad Sultan
• Together —Daddy Chinee & TG The Band

You can catch Daddy Chinee at the Kaiso Showcase, which will be open.

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