THE ULTIMATE 2021 -T AD’S RECORDS – 2021
The Ultimate 2021 – Tad’s Records Overview
When The Ultimate 2021 bashment project dropped, dancehall fans quickly made it one of the year’s most talked-about releases. Social media buzzed with excitement as listeners praised the infectious energy and variety from some of the genre’s biggest names. The project’s riddim set the pace for dancehall that year, and its tracks filled clubs, parties, and playlists across Jamaica and beyond. Popcaan’s “Block Traffic” stood out as a crowd favorite. Already known for hits like “Only Man She Want,” Popcaan brought his signature style, giving the riddim a powerful boost. Vybz Kartel & Sikka Rymes teamed up for “Gaza Run the World,” a collaboration that drew attention thanks to Kartel’s status as one of dancehall’s most influential voices, even while incarcerated. I-Octane’s “Tun Up Di Place” kept the vibe lively, while Richie Spice delivered roots inspiration with “Rasta Teachings.” Richie Spice, famous for the classic “Brown Skin,” added depth and conscious lyrics to the project. Black Uhuru featuring Michael Rose contributed “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,” a nod to their legendary 1980s hit of the same name, reminding fans of reggae’s lasting influence. Other standout tracks came from Bugle feat. Tabeta with “Great – Great,” Busy Signal’s “No Problem,” Fiji’s “Slowly But Surely,” and Hezron’s “Maximum Speed.” Each artist added their own flavor, making the riddim a showcase of talent. The Ultimate 2021 was built by Tad’s Records, a respected label known for supporting Jamaican music globally. For dancehall fans, 2021 can’t be remembered without this project—it truly shaped the sound of the year.
Tracklist:
- Popcaan – Block Traffic
- Vybz Kartel & Sikka Rymes – Gaza Run the World
- I-Octane – Tun Up Di Place
- Richie Spice – Rasta Teachings
- Black Uhuru feat. Michael Rose – Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner (extended)
- Bugle feat. Tabeta – Great
- Suga Roy & The Fire Ball Crew & Conrad Crystal – Granny Backyard
- Busy Signal – No Problem
- Randy Valentine – Know The Ledge
- Fiji – Slowly But Surely
- Hezron – Maximum Speed
- Jahmiel – Jah Over Everything
- Nadine Sutherland – Chatty Chatty
- Sanchez – Love Is Blind
- Maxi Priest – Cheater
- Busy Signal – Baby Dance
- Mortimer – Road To Trod
- Konshens, Hydal & Kemar Highcon – Like Woah
- Vershon – Outside
- Vegas – Stay Inna Yuh Yard
- Magma – Mother And Child Reunion
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