YAW YAW RIDDIM produced by SHOCKING VIBES 1996
Yaw Yaw Overview
The Yaw Yaw riddim from 1996 is remembered for its tough, street anthem base. The beat is heavy and raw, with a bouncing energy that made it a favorite in clubs all over Jamaica. There’s a mood of excitement and realness in the music, something that made people want to dance and sing along every time it played. On this riddim, artists brought their best. Beenie Man’s “Yaw Yaw” shows off his signature style and confident lyrics. Baby Wayne’s “Law & Order” stands out with a serious message and a catchy hook. Alley Cat’s “Unknown” adds another layer, giving the riddim a cool, rugged edge. Devonte’s “Dreamy Eyes” brings a softer, romantic touch, while Frisco Kid’s “Compliments” keeps the vibe fun and lively. Other artists like Lady Saw with “Shorty” and Little Kirk with “Give Mi Yuh Loving” added their own flavors, making the riddim even more dynamic. Each song fits together, but every artist brings something different to the table. The sound was shaped by the skilled hands of the SHOCKING VIBES team, a well-known label in dancehall. SHOCKING VIBES has a long history of producing hits and working with top artists in Jamaica. Their work on the Yaw Yaw riddim helped push dancehall music forward, reaching fans everywhere. Today, the street anthem base of Yaw Yaw riddim is still respected. It’s a piece of dancehall history, showing how powerful a good riddim and the right artists can be.
Yaw Yaw Tracklist:
- Alley Cat – Unknown
- Baby Wayne – Law & Order
- Beenie Man – Yaw Yaw
- Devonte – Dreamy Eyes
- Frisco Kid – Compliments
- Lady Saw – Shorty
- Little Kirk – Give Mi Yuh Loving
- Micheal Buckley – Send Another
- Powerman – Interview
- Silver Cat – Gyal Yuh Neva
- Snagga Puss – Hoo Haa
- Tanto Metro – All A Mi Friend
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