Rytikal whose given name is Ryan McFarlane is a Jamaican Dancehall artiste born in 1995. He grew up in the parish of St. Thomas, where from around age 8 or 9 he developed a love for music because of inspiration from his older brother. McFarlane states that his brother made music and he would deejay the lyrics from his brother’s songs from an early age. Other artists which inspired his music include Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, and Vybz Kartel. Rytikal is famously known for his hit single "Chosen". He is also known for releases like Cookie Jar "Living", "Smoke My Troubles Away" and "We Okay".