Tears (2007) Release Details
- Riddim year: 2007
- Style: Dancehall
- Total tracks: 15
- Unique artists on riddim: 15
- Production credits: ARROWS RECORDS
- Key artists on this riddim: Anthony B, Daville, I-Octane, Lukie D, Lutan Fyah, Maxi Priest
- Browse this riddim in year & database lists: 2007 Riddims List · 2007 Dancehall Riddims
Tears Riddim from Arrows Records sits in that darker 2007 dancehall pocket, with the title matching the mood of a set that leans heavily on wounded-love lyrics, warning songs, and a few harder-cut edge pieces. Anthony B’s “What Would You Do, ” Daville’s “Crying Over You, ” and Maxi Priest’s “Always With You” give it the sentimental spine, while I-Octane’s “Stab Vampire” and Mr. Vegas’ “The Police” tilt the same rhythm toward tougher talk. The lineup stretches across roots-leaning voices and straight-up dancehall names, with Morgan Heritage and Lutan Fyah adding more reflective weight. Phillip Junior Arrows Linton even takes a turn with the instrumental version, which helps frame the whole thing as a producer-led showcase rather than a loose singles set. The rhythm itself stays firm and mid-tempo, with a steady bass line that leaves plenty of room for the hooks to land.
Tears Tracklist:
- Anthony B – What Would You Do
- Daville – Crying Over You
- I Octane – Stab Vampire
- Lukie D – I Cry
- Lutan Fyah – Hungry Mouth
- Maxi Priest – Always With You
- Mey Vidal – Never Gonna Give Up
- Morgan Heritage – Faithful
- Mr Vegas – The Police
- Natural Black – Tell Me Why
- Phillip Junior Arrows Linton – Tears Riddim Version
- Ras Myrhdak – Say The Word
- Stevie Face – Only Jah Can
- Teflon – Success
- Vybz Kartel – No Violation
