Former policeman turns to music

Former police corporal Fabian McKnight has put down his gun and has instead taken up the microphone in an effort to fulfil his musical ambition.

The St Elizabeth-born McKnight said that his latest effort is titled Don’t Forget To Pray and is based on his experiences in carrying out his civic duty.

“This song is a reflection of my life as a policeman up until I returned to civilian life. The truth is, prayer forms an important part of existence,” McKnight said.

Having served in the Community Safety Division of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), McKnight says that music has positively helped to shape the lives of those who he interacts with on a daily basis.

“While I served in the JCF, I realised that music, as a universal language, helped with how I interacted with persons. I used music to help counsel many youths,” he said.

McKnight added that his first recording was a song called No More, which was a response to the Tredegar Park massacre, in which nine persons were killed by gunmen

“I was inspired and recorded the song based on the blood-letting in the community and it was well-received. This song also helped me to touch the many lives that I have come in contact with,” McKnight said.

He told THE STAR that music is a great unifying force that can help to curb anti-social behaviour.

He said: “I am going to help youths to reform themselves through music. I sing, play music, and continue to write songs inspired by situations around me. I continue to contribute positively, especially to those who love uplifting music. I am also encouraged by the responses, therefore, l will endeavour to do my best.”

and is based on his experiences in carrying out his civic duty.