REAL REGGAE RIDDIM produced by PAYDAY MUSIC 2012
Real Reggae Overview
The one drop rhythm is one of reggae’s most important foundations. This style, with its heavy emphasis on the third beat, gives reggae its special heartbeat. The one drop base is what roots artists use to build their messages of struggle, hope, and unity. In the roots era, musicians and singers shaped their sound around this rhythm, creating music that still inspires people today. When producers like PAYDAY MUSIC take on the one drop, they connect today’s artists to reggae’s deep roots. PAYDAY MUSIC is a well-known label in Jamaica, respected for working with both established and upcoming reggae and dancehall acts. Their productions often keep the rebel spirit of reggae alive, and the Real Reggae Riddim is a good example. This project shows their skill in blending classic reggae with a modern edge. On the Real Reggae Riddim, each artist brings their own style. Beres Brown delivers an honest message with “Who Can I Trust,” while Capleton’s “Tek It To The Heights” is full of energy and upliftment. Fantan Mojah’s “Hustlin Affi Gwaan” is a powerful reminder of resilience. Gappy Ranks questions loyalty in “Why,” and Ginjah explores real-life struggles in “Two Faces.” Other voices, like Iyara on “Something For Mama” and Kym Hamilton with “When We’re Apart,” add even more variety. Lutan Fyah’s “Ghetto Living,” Natalie Storm’s “I Ain’t Missing You,” and Sahie’s “Same Mouth” show how the riddim supports both singers and deejays. The one drop base, as heard on this riddim, remains central to reggae’s identity. It gives artists a strong, rootsy platform to share their stories, and producers like PAYDAY MUSIC help keep this tradition alive for new generations.
Real Reggae Tracklist:
- Beres Brown – Who Can I Trust
- Capleton – Tek It To The Heights
- Fantan Mojah – Hustlin Affi Gwaan
- Gappy Ranks – Why
- Ginjah – Two Faces
- Iyara – Something For Mama
- Kym Hamilton – When We’re Apart
- Lutan Fyah – Ghetto Living
- Mavado & Raine Seville – Cheating Games
- Natalie Storm – I Ain’t Missing You
- Sahie – Same Mouth
- Teflon – The Same Thing
- Wayne Marshall & Bounty Killer – Be On The Alert
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