OMI (Omar Samuel Pasley) originally released "Cheerleader" as a mid-tempo reggae-pop track. While it was a modest success in Jamaica and Hawaii, it didn't immediately capture global attention.
The remix hit #1 in over 20 countries , including the US Billboard Hot 100 (where it stayed for six weeks), the UK, Australia, and Germany. Musical Style & Themes Genre: Tropical House, Deep House, and Reggae-fusion. OMI – Cheerleader
It helped usher in the "Tropical House" era of the mid-2010s, paving the way for similar sounds from artists like Kygo and Justin Bieber ("What Do You Mean?"). Key Credits Artist: OMI Remixer: Felix Jaehn OMI – Cheerleader
