Born Everton Clarke on January 25, 1974, in St. Andrew, Jamaica, Messenjah Selah discovered his musical talent after moving to the Virgin Islands at age 15. There, he formed an a cappella group that evolved into a gospel reggae band, where he played guitar and sang lead vocals. After high school, Selah relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, focusing on education and self-development while being inspired by reggae legends like Bob Marley and Luciano. He began recording professionally in 1997, releasing singles such as "Know Who You Praise" and "Reason For Living," which gained attention in Atlanta's reggae scene.

Selah's career flourished as he opened for renowned reggae artists like Buju Banton and Beres Hammond. He was awarded Best New Male Vocalist by the Atlanta Caribbean Awards in 1999 and 2001. Returning to Jamaica, Selah recorded with grassroots producers, leading to his debut album "Whosoever Will" in 2003. His second album, "Breaking Babylon Curse," released in 2008, emphasized self-knowledge and spirituality.

Now based in California, Selah continues to spread his message through performances at major reggae festivals and his recent album "Musical Activation," which combines music with guided meditations. His work, including the movement "Reggae is Bigga Than Music," highlights reggae as a vehicle for personal and social transformation.