BLACK WIDOW RIDDIM EXTENDED – SHINES PRODUCTION 1998/2023
Black Widow Overview
Today, reggae and dancehall fans still remember the power of the Black Widow Riddim. This bashment rhythm brought a fresh energy to dance floors in 2023, and its tracks are still in heavy rotation at parties. The riddim’s bright, infectious beat made it a favorite for selectors and dancers alike, creating a vibe that many say kept the dancehall scene alive during that year. The compilation brought together some of the most respected names in dancehall. Red Rat, known for his global hit “Tight Up Skirt,” delivered the lively “Bizzi Blazzi,” which quickly became a party anthem. Beenie Man, often called the “King of Dancehall” and a Grammy Award winner for Best Reggae Album in 2001, added his own flavor with “Gwaan So.” Soul Skelly’s “Glow Babe Glow” stood out for its catchy hook, while Buccaneer, famous for blending opera and dancehall in hits like “Boom Bye Bye,” contributed “Sha La La.” Poor And Boasy’s “In Thing” kept the crowd moving with its confident lyrics. Other standout tracks included Vegas with “Big Things A Gwaan,” Chico’s “Tekk Set,” Devonte’s “She Mek Me Go So,” Iyara’s “Shes On Fire,” and Merciless with “Gal Sheet.” Each artist brought their unique style, making the riddim a true showcase of dancehall talent. Behind the boards, the producer’s vision helped shape the sound that defined parties in 2023. Their work brought together the right voices and beats, creating a compilation that fans still celebrate today. The Black Widow Riddim is a true classic, remembered for its role in keeping dancehall vibrant and alive.
Black Widow Tracklist:
- Red Rat – Bizzi Blazzi
- Savage Savo – Tell A Gal
- Beenie Man – Gwaan So
- Soul Skelly – Glow Babe Glow
- Buccaneer – Sha La La
- Poor And Boasy – In Thing
- Vegas – Big Things A Gwaan
- Chico – Tekk Set
- Devonte – She Mek Me Go So
- Iyara – Shes On Fire
- Merciless – Gal Sheet
- Danny English – Satisfaction
- Mad Cobra – No One Style
- Kiprich – Cougar
- General B – Ziggy Ziggy Zee
- Mr Lex – Hustle On
- Powerman – Search Out Me Body
- Zebra – Picture Frame
- Lybran – People Now A Days
- Elephant Man Ft. Harry Toddler – Nah Bow To Nuh Gal
- Alozade – Gal Bubble
- Daddy Screw – Baby Bounty
- General B Ft. Kemal Good – Intoxicated
- Delly Ranks – Flex Too Hard
- Determine – Before The Party Start
- Shane-O – The Warning
- Terror Fabulous – Dem A Watch Me
- Thugsy Malone – Money Pre
- Alley Cat – Leggo From Yah So
- Dynasty The King – Junior
- Goofy – Anything Can Happen
- Ebony – Wreck It Ralph
- Future Troubles – Dem Bwoy Gal
- Kibaki – Spend Some Quality Time
- Demo Delgado – Name Whe Me Name
- Immperial Alley Cat – Dandy Shandy
- Phantom – Woman A Mad Me
- Tarnado – All About The Paper
- Pebleking – Star Life
- Mega Banton Ft. Mr Vegas – Tell A Gal Chill
- George P – Swag Tun Up
- Lyrics Habadashweh – Cork A Fly
- Ganggoolie – Jacket
- George P – Black Car
- George P – Black Widow Riddim
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