Lisa Hyper

Felicia Gooden, known professionally as Lisa Hyper, was born and raised in Golden Meadows, a quiet community in Stony Hill, St. Andrew, Jamaica. She later moved to Fifth Phase in Waterford, Portmore, St. Catherine. From an early age, Lisa Hyper displayed an interest in music, which was further cultivated through her association with Vybz Kartel, a childhood friend and prominent deejay. She began writing lyrics during her high school years at The Queen’s High, often transcribing Vybz Kartel’s songs for her schoolmates, an activity that also helped her develop her own songwriting abilities.

Lisa Hyper formally started pursuing her music career at the age of 18, following her graduation from high school. In 2008, at 19, she joined the Portmore Empire, a significant milestone that provided her with exposure and experience. During her time with the Portmore Empire, she performed internationally in countries such as Switzerland, Barbados, the Bahamas, Grenada, St. Lucia, and Trinidad & Tobago. She gained recognition for several hit songs, including “Wine For Me,” which gained popularity in the Eastern Caribbean, and “Champion Bubbler,” a successful track in the Bahamas. Her work ethic, influenced by her time with Vybz Kartel, has been a consistent aspect of her career.

More recently, Lisa Hyper has continued to release new music, including collaborations such as “Phoenix” with Chronic Law. She has also faced and navigated various personal and legal challenges, maintaining her presence in the dancehall scene. In 2021, she debuted a new physique in her music video for “Sculpture,” and in the same year, she partnered with fellow artist Spice to discuss cosmetic surgery on Spice’s Magnum TV show. In 2022, she announced her baptism and expressed her commitment to a Christian lifestyle while continuing her music career. She has also openly spoken about mental health challenges and urged other artists to seek help.