Bad Afternoon Riddim – Q 45

BAD AFTERNOON RIDDIM – Q 45 2006

Bad Afternoon Overview

In 2006, the Bad Afternoon Riddim became a key part of dancehall sound system culture. This riddim was built for the yard—places where DJs and selectors play music loud for the crowd. Its uptempo beat and punchy bass made it perfect for clashing and keeping the energy high at any session. The studio work behind Bad Afternoon Riddim gave it a sharp, clean sound. The producer, using careful mixing and arrangement, made sure every instrument and vocal stood out. This attention to detail helped the riddim become a favorite among DJs, who loved how it sounded on big speakers. Many top artists voiced the Bad Afternoon Riddim. Beenie Man, known worldwide for hits like “Who Am I (Sim Simma),” brought his unique style to "Gimmie." Big Rounds Ghostwriter & Ghost teamed up for "Have You Ever," showing strong chemistry. Chickeepoo’s "Gal Eediat" added a catchy hook, while Delly Ranks, famous for songs like "Pon Di Corner" with T.O.K., gave fans "Ah Wah Do She." Future Fambo and Mr Vegas, the latter known for the international hit "Heads High," joined forces on "Why You Gonna." Other artists like Harry Toddler, Kiprich, Kurrup, New Kidz, and Q45 also delivered standout tracks. Fans from 2006 still talk about Bad Afternoon Riddim. It set the sound for dancehall that year, and its legacy still lives on in sound system sessions today.

Bad Afternoon Tracklist:

1. Beenie Man – Gimmie
2. Big Rounds Ghostwriter & Ghost – Have You Ever
3. Chickeepoo – Gal Eediat
4. Delly Ranks – Ah Wah Do She
5. Future Fambo And Mr Vegas – Why You Gonna
6. Harry Toddler – Gooda Dan Dem
7. Kiprich – Trendsetter
8. Kurrup – System Corrupt
9. G – One Man Inna Yuh Life
10. New Kidz – Kill Dem Off
11. Q45 – Bad Afternoon Riddim Version
12. Singer J – The Baddest
13. Sizzla – Stop Di Violence
14. Wickerman – Hunt Dem

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