Romance Riddim – Various Artists

ROMANCE RIDDIM produced by VARIOUS ARTISTS 2011

This one leans hard into the sweeter side of early-2010s dancehall, with a Spanish-language, romance-first lineup that keeps the mood tender rather than rowdy. Alex Pro’s “Aqui Estoy” and Angel Phas’s “Ella No Te Quiere” set the tone nicely, while Nigga’s “Estar Contigo” gives the riddim a more polished, radio-friendly pull and Tommy Real’s “Besarte” keeps the sentiment right up front. The whole thing runs as a tight seven-track set, all voiced by eight artists, so it feels more like a compact showcase than a sprawling compilation. Released in 2011, it sits right in that period when romantic dancehall and reggaeton-leaning delivery were crossing over constantly, especially in the Latin Caribbean lane.

Romance Riddim Tracklist:

1. Alex Pro – Aqui Estoy
2. Angel Phas – Ella No Te Quiere
3. Erick Yair & Kc – Te Extra?o
4. Miguel Angel – Todavia Me Amas
5. Sam – Solo
6. Nigga – Estar Contigo
7. Tommy Real – Besarte