TRAFFIC RIDDIM produced by TJ RECORDS 2019
Traffic Overview
In 2019, the Traffic Riddim made a big impact on dancehall music. Sound system selectors quickly picked up this riddim, and it became a favorite at parties and street dances. The energy and beat were just right for any dancehall session. The Traffic Riddim stood out because it had a driving rhythm that selectors loved to play loud. When this riddim dropped, people knew it was time to move. The creator behind Traffic Riddim is Shab Don, a producer who has made his mark in dancehall. Shab Don is known for his ability to bring together top artists and create beats that work well in the dance. With Traffic Riddim, he gave selectors something special—music that could run any sound system and get the crowd going. The artists on this riddim made it even stronger. Vybz Kartel’s “Can’t Trust” brought his usual sharp lyrics and style. Popcaan came with “Living The Dream,” giving listeners a sense of hope and ambition. Masicka’s “That’s People” talked about real life and trust. Demarco added “My Friend,” a song about loyalty and relationships. Quada’s “Do It Big” brought energy and confidence. Christopher Martin’s “Nobody Knows” gave a smooth, thoughtful vibe to the mix. Each song fit perfectly on the Traffic Riddim, and together they shaped the sound of dancehall that year. Selectors kept these tracks in heavy rotation, making the riddim a key part of dancehall history. Even now, Traffic Riddim is remembered as a must-play for any big dance.
Traffic Tracklist:
- Vybz Kartel – Can’t Trust (Clean)
- Vybz Kartel – Can’t Trust (Raw)
- Popcaan – Living The Dream (Clean)
- Popcaan – Living The Dream (Raw)
- Masicka – That’s People (Clean)
- Masicka – That’s People (Raw)
- Govana – Second Hand Friend
- Demarco – My Friend (Clean)
- Demarco – My Friend (Raw)
- Quada – Do It Big (Clean)
- Quada – Do It Big (Raw)
- Christopher Martin – Nobody Knows
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