Pen And Paper Riddim – Various Artists

PEN AND PAPER RIDDIM produced by VARIOUS ARTISTS 2002

“Pen And Paper” comes off as a leaner slice of the 2002 dancehall run, with just seven cuts instead of the fuller Natural Bridge version that circulated around the same title. That tighter setup puts the focus right on the songs themselves: Vybz Kartel’s “Number 1” has the kind of sly, self-assured talk that was starting to define his era, while Lexxus’ “Hot Gal” keeps the energy loose and sharp, built for the dance. Future Troubles’ “High Rolling” and Nitty Kutchie’s “Watch Out” round it out nicely, giving the riddim a mix of street swagger and melody. It sits squarely in that early-2000s moment when dancehall was moving fast, with enough hooks and attitude to cut through a crowded year.

Pen And Paper Riddim Tracklist:

1. Future Troubles – High Rolling
2. Lexxus – Hot Gal
3. Lukie D – Sunshine
4. Mega Banton – Fassy
5. Mr Easy – Gangsta Ride
6. Nitty Kutchie – Watch Out
7. Vybz Kartel – Number 1