BATTY BOY FI DIE RIDDIM produced by WIZARD RECORDS 1992
Batty Boy Fi Die Overview
In 1992, a new dancehall riddim shook the Jamaican music scene and quickly became a favorite at late-night parties. The Batty Boy Fi Die riddim, produced by WIZARD RECORDS, brought together a mix of artists who each gave the beat their own style. WIZARD RECORDS, known for working with some of the biggest voices in dancehall, helped shape the sound of the early 1990s with releases like this one. Agony Polish delivered "Mean Man," a track that stands out for its confident lyrics and energetic flow. Baby Wayne, who later became known for his hit "Mama" in 1994, added depth with "History," bringing his signature storytelling to the riddim. Barrington Levy, a legend in reggae and dancehall famous for classics like "Here I Come," contributed "Take Back," giving the riddim a smooth and melodic touch. Captain Barkey got crowds moving with "Butterfly Dance," a song that matched the riddim’s uptempo vibe. Mega Banton, who would go on to chart internationally with "Sound Boy Killing," dropped "Woman A Moan," while also teaming up with Ricky General for "Combination Mix." Ricky General’s solo cut "Squeeze Down The Trigger" and his collaboration with Tinga Stewart on "Dreaming" added more variety. Red Dragon’s "Batty Boy Fi Die" and Ninja Man’s "Judas" gave the release its edge, making sure the riddim left a mark in dancehall history. For fans, 1992 is impossible to remember without this dancehall drop, which kept parties going and speakers thumping all night long.
Batty Boy Fi Die Tracklist:
- Agony Polish – Mean Man
- Baby Wayne – History
- Barrington Levy – Take Back
- Captain Barkey – Butterfly Dance
- Mega Banton – Woman A Moan
- Mega Banton & Ricky General – Combination Mix
- Ricky General – Squeeze Down The Trigger
- Tinga Stewart & Ricky General – Dreaming
- Red Dragon – Batty Boy Fi Die
- Ninja Man – Judas