Vybz Kartel appears to be responding to critics who believe he must directly answer Masicka to maintain his dominance in dancehall.

The deejay recently shared a post featuring himself and producer Cordell Skatta Burrell alongside his new single Victorious. The song, which is produced by Skatta, previously came with a disclaimer clarifying that it is not a clash record and was recorded in earlier this year.

In the post, Kartel wrote, “They applied pressure. I applied focus.”

The statement has sparked conversation among fans, with many interpreting it as Kartel asserting control without engaging directly. Some believe the post signals confidence and strategic restraint rather than confrontation.

The discussion now turns to whether Masicka’s System actually shifted the balance in the ongoing lyrical tension or boosted his career in any meaningful way.