Celebration Overview
In 2003, the Celebration Riddim brought a new energy to Jamaica’s dancehall scene. The beat quickly turned into a yard anthem, echoing through sound systems at street dances and community parties. Its lively, bouncy rhythm made it perfect for selectors and deejays who wanted to keep the crowd moving. The riddim’s dynamic groove helped it stand out in a year filled with heavy dancehall releases. Behind the Celebration Riddim is FRESH EAR PRODUCTION, led by the late Arif Cooper. As a respected producer and DJ, Cooper helped shape modern dancehall with his creative touch. FRESH EAR PRODUCTION became known for blending traditional Jamaican sounds with fresh, modern elements. Their work on Celebration Riddim is a great example of how a producer can bring new life to the dancehall landscape, making beats that appeal to both casual fans and dedicated followers of the genre. One standout track on the riddim is That Girl (Wee — Kenz), performed by Christopher Jeffrey and Arif Cooper. The song captures the fun, party spirit that the riddim was built for. With catchy hooks and smooth delivery, it became a favorite among sound system operators and dancehall fans alike. Today, the Celebration Riddim remains an important part of dancehall history. Its influence can still be felt in the way sound systems select tunes and energize crowds. The beat’s lasting power shows how a well-crafted riddim and strong production can create timeless moments in Jamaican music culture.
Celebration Tracklist:
- Bust Di Dance (Kardinal Offishall) Arif Cooper; Jason Harrow
- Watch Dem Mouth (Wayne Marshall) Wayne Mitchell; Arif Cooper
- ”Shoes, Watch, Hat” (Kid Kurrupt (Kid Kurupt) ) Javan Rodney; Arif Cooper
- Life Is A Gift (Sean Paul) Arif Cooper; Sean Henriques
- Through The Night (Elephant Man) O’Neil Bryan; Christine McVie; Colin Allen; Arif Cooper; Swade
- Man A Gallis (Route 76) Bernard Wisdom; Nagive Miller; Arif Cooper
- Out Of My Head (DavilleZumjay & ) Rohan Stevens; Arif Cooper; Orville Thomas
- That Girl (Wee-Kenz) Christopher Jeffrey; Arif Cooper
- No Other (Hawkeye) Christopher Smith; Arif Cooper
- Hypocrites And Parasites (Elephant Man) O’Neil Bryan; Arif Cooper
- Strange Things (Tanto Metro & Devonte) P. Wright; Wayne Passley; Arif Cooper; Mark Wolfe
- Last Night (Bounty Killer) Arif Cooper; Rodney Price
- Every Now And Then (Vybz Kartel) Lukie D; Arif Cooper; M. Lewis; Adidja Palmer
- Tell Me If You Still Care (T.O.K.) Alistaire “Alex” McCalla; Xavier “Flexx” Davidson; Roshau “Bay-C” Clarke; Arif Cooper; Craig “Craig-T” Thompson
- So Good So Fine (Reagan ) Wee-Kenz; Reagan Bennett; Arif Cooper
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