Elephant Man Returns to the UK After 16 Years for an Emotional Reunion and High-Energy Performance

Jamaican dancehall icon Elephant Man is set to electrify the United Kingdom for the first time in 16 years, marking not just a highly anticipated return to the stage but also a heartfelt reunion with two of his 38 children who reside there.

The 49-year-old deejay recently secured his UK work permit—a milestone he celebrated with enthusiasm. “God is the greatest! Give thanks, we get the London work permit. The fans have been waiting, and now it’s time,” Elephant Man told DancehallMag.

A Family Reunion Years in the Making

During his earlier touring years in the UK, Elephant Man fathered a daughter and a son, now 19 and 18 years old, respectively. Reflecting on their conception, he joked, “One time mi go England and mek the two ah dem—one go! One energy God.”

Beyond the music, he’s looking forward to reconnecting with his children. “It’s a blessing for them to finally see their father perform on a big stage, hug their father, and spend time together. Big up to the British Embassy.”

Elephant Man’s Impact Remains Strong

Although absent from UK stages, Elephant Man asserts that his influence in dancehall never faded. “We kept putting out music, and it still reached the fans. But they’ve been craving live performances—so now, Energy God is back to give them what they want.”

He is set to headline Ultra Weekend, taking place August 16-17 in London. “That’s the show I’m locked in for. They called me for more, but this one is special. It’s not a runaround thing—it’s Elephant Man. I’ll go back after.”

A Controversial Past and a Triumphant Return

Elephant Man’s UK career was clouded by a tragic 2001 incident in which DJ Village (Horace Pinnock), a BBC Radio 1 disc jockey, was shot dead outside a London hotel—just hours after the two were robbed at gunpoint. The traumatic event cast a shadow over his UK presence, and his last visit was in 2008 to promote Let’s Get Physical under Bad Boy/VP Records.

Now, his long-awaited return is being hailed as a victory for dancehall. Tameka Reynolds, booking agent and industry insider, played a crucial role in securing his work permit. “We built the application around his track record, dedication to his craft, and the fact that he has no criminal record. His absence in the UK was a sore point for many promoters, but this marks a turning point.”

Reynolds, who also represents Malie Donn, Jquan, Pablo YG, Gyptian, and Jovi Donn, sees this as a pivotal moment for the genre. “Elephant Man is one of the most dynamic entertainers of his generation. His return is not just about nostalgia—it’s about reigniting the dancehall movement in the UK.”

With upcoming performances in the United States, including Reggae Fest and shows in Atlanta, Miami, and Connecticut, Elephant Man is proving that the Energy God never stops.

“The work never stops—dancehall at its best,” he declared.

London, get ready. Elephant Man is back.