8 BALL RIDDIM produced by YOUNG BLOOD RECORDS 2001/2025
8 Ball Overview
The 8 Ball Riddim brought a lively, club-ready sound to dancehall in 2001. Its rhythm was full of sharp beats and catchy hooks, making it perfect for dancefloors. The riddim mixed the popular digital style of the time with strong, steady bass and crisp percussions. This gave each track a vibrant energy that kept listeners moving. Beenie Man stood out on the riddim with "Dog Like We." Known as the "King of Dancehall," Beenie Man had already won a Grammy for his album "Art & Life" in 2001, the same year as this riddim’s release. Chad 'Goofy' Simpson contributed "8 Ball Rhythm Version," bringing his unique voice and playful style. Degree’s "Look Good" added smooth, confident vocals. DJ Kaprisson' mixed it up with "8 Ball Riddim Mix," keeping the party vibe strong. Ede Whiteman’s "100mal Durchgekaut" brought a different flavor, showing the riddim’s wide appeal. Behind the scenes, the sound engineer made sure every element was clear and balanced, letting each artist shine. YOUNG BLOOD RECORDS produced the riddim. The label was known in the early 2000s for its sharp production and for helping new dancehall sounds reach a bigger audience. The 8 Ball Riddim became a key part of dancehall’s sound in 2001, remembered for its energy and its place in club culture.
8 Ball Tracklist:
- Beenie Man – Dog Like We
- Chad ‘Goofy’ Simpson – 8 Ball Rhythm Version
- Degree – Look Good
- Dj Kaprisson’ – 8 Ball Riddim Mix
- Ede Whiteman – 100mal Durchgekaut
- Elephant Man – Draw We Out
- Goofy – Rich In Love
- Goofy – War War
- Hawkeye & Gold Voice – Senorita
- Italee – My Type A Man
- Kirk Davis & Lion Heart – Bad Boys & Police
- Mad Cobra – Fool
- Merciless – Nothing Bad
- Monster Twins – Whe She Caan Do
- Mr Vegas – Where Did My Baby Go
- Flava – Love Me
- Patchy – Hot So
- Red Rat – Thought This Was Ya
- O.K. – Same Team
- Tanto Metro & Devonte – Leave Her Alone
- Tony Rebel – Left Wrong Do Right
- Xclusive Mix’s – 8 Ball Riddim Mix (Bonus)