GOT UR SELF A GUN RIDDIM produced by VARIOUS ARTISTS 2001
Got Ur Self A Gun Overview
In 2001, the Got Ur Self A Gun Riddim became a strong sound in dancehall parties across Jamaica. This riddim mixed classic dancehall energy with hip hop style, making it stand out. The producer, VARIOUS ARTISTS, helped shape the bashment scene with this creative blend. VARIOUS ARTISTS is known for bringing together different voices and styles, often working with top names in reggae and dancehall. Assassin & Wayne Marshall brought power to the riddim with their song "Lock The Gun." Assassin, also called Agent Sasco, later became famous for his work on Kanye West’s "Yeezus" album. Wayne Marshall is known for his hit "Overcome." Bounty Killer’s "Sumfest" showed his veteran presence. Bounty Killer is a dancehall legend who won the 2002 MOBO Award for Best Reggae Act. Cia’s "Live On Got Yourself A Gun" and Elephant Man’s "Nah Bow" added more flavor. Elephant Man is famous for hits like "Pon De River Pon De Bank." Nas, a major hip hop artist, appeared with three versions: "Got Yourself A Gun," "Got Yourself A Gun Rhythm Version," and "Got Yourself Yourself." Nas is well-known for his classic album "Illmatic." Other songs like Orphen’s "Da End," Sizzla’s "Cop Killa," and TOK’s "Buss It Up" gave the riddim a full, lively sound. The Got Ur Self A Gun Riddim brought together dancehall and hip hop, making it a special release in 2001.
Got Ur Self A Gun Tracklist:
- Assassin & Wayne Marshall – Lock The Gun
- Bounty Killer – Sumfest
- Cia – Live On Got Yourself A Gun
- Elephant Man – Nah Bow
- Nas – Got Yourself A Gun (Raw)
- Nas – Got Yourself A Gun Rhythm Version
- Nas – Got Yourself Yourself (Clean Acappella)
- Nas – Got Yourself Yourself (Clean)
- Orphen – Da End
- Sizzla – Cop Killa
- TOK – Buss It Up
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