Listen to a new music single, titled “Rebel Time”, performed by two Jamaican legends: Beres Hammond and Sean Paul.
Their new anthem is a fusion of lovers’ rock and signature dancehall beats, creating an infectious groove that will have listeners moving to the rhythm with ease.
Produced by legendary producer Sly Dunbar along with Dutty Rock, this record has received a lot of praise with Sean Paul’s recognizable voice and flow blend seamlessly with Beres Hammond’s smooth and soulful reggae vocals, resulting in a feel-good single that celebrates breaking out of the norm and daring to be bold.
While reggae & dancehall fans are well familiar with both Beres Hammond and Sean Paul, not everybody knows the depth of Jamaican music producer Sly Dunbar.
Sly Dunbar, whose full name is Lowell Charles Dunbar, is a highly influential Jamaican drummer and music producer, that has made significant contributions to the development and popularity of reggae and other genres of music.
Sly Dunbar is best known as one half of the renowned rhythm section duo Sly and Robbie, along with bassist Robbie Shakespeare. Together, they have created some of the most iconic and influential rhythms in reggae, dub, dancehall, and other genres. Their unique and innovative style has made them highly sought-after musicians and producers both in Jamaica and internationally.
Throughout his career, Sly Dunbar has worked with a multitude of artists across various musical genres. He has played drums on countless recordings for Jamaican reggae legends such as Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Black Uhuru, and Burning Spear.
His distinctive drumming style, characterized by his impeccable timing, deep grooves, and use of electronic drum effects, has become synonymous with the sound of reggae and dub music and has contributed to numerous hit songs and albums, producing and co-producing projects for artists like Grace Jones, Mick Jagger, No Doubt, and Sinead O’Connor, showcasing his versatility and ability to work across different genres.
Sean Paul & Beres Hammond – ‘Rebel Time’ (Lyric Video)
Beres Hammond, is a well known highly acclaimed Jamaican reggae singer and songwriter. With his smooth and soulful voice, heartfelt lyrics, and captivating stage presence, Beres Hammond has become one of the most respected and beloved figures in the reggae music industry.
Hammond’s career spans several decades, beginning in the 1970s when he first gained recognition as a member of the band Zap Pow. However, it was his solo career that propelled him to international success and cemented his status as a reggae icon.
Known for his versatility, Beres Hammond‘s music encompasses various subg-enres of reggae, including roots, lovers rock, and dancehall. His soulful ballads and socially conscious songs have resonated with audiences around the world, earning him a loyal fan base and critical acclaim.
As for iconic dancehall superstar Sean Paul‘s impact on popular music and his contributions to dancehall and reggae cannot be overstated. With his dynamic stage presence, catchy melodies, and cross-genre collaborations, he has played a pivotal role in bringing Jamaican music to a the forefront and to global audience. Sean Paul’s infectious rhythms and charismatic persona continue to make him a beloved and influential figure in the music industry.
Paul’s breakthrough came in the early 2000s with his album “Dutty Rock,” which spawned several hit singles and catapulted him into international stardom. The album featured the chart-topping singles “Gimme the Light” and “Get Busy,” these songs, with their infectious rhythms and Sean Paul’s distinct vocal style, introduced dancehall music to a wider global audience.
Rebel Time Lyrics
Easy like the Caribbean breezy
U done kno baby girl a tease mi
Tell her fi a while it’s time 2 rent a tile
Style!
Budy bang bang bang bang
Beres
Woman you can’t leave me like this no
Not when the night is so Young girl
When the dance is getting so hot
Oh no, no no no
Like Fia!
You can’t leave me like this
No
Baby girl
You got to give it a shot
I like you a lot
Shani P hold her pon the spot
Yeah yeah
Tell u this
A rebel time under the bass and treble time baby girl, don’t you worry, nor fret
Yeah
I see the sign and every time we combine girl you know so we keep it fresh
Woah I
Loving the way that you be looking tonight girl you’re keeping it fly
Girl when you in that dress
Oh yes, and as the night does progress I know you feeling all right
Under your rum an sess
Empress don’t leave the dutty in a mood like this
Beres
Woi now mi seh one more drink to my head
Buss a bokkle
Or should I have a big spliff instead
Blaze dem
A mi seh one more drink 2 mi head woah
Buss a bokkle
A aye!
Tell dem!
Woman you can’t leave me like this no
Please stay baby girl
When the dance is getting so hot
Oh no, no no no
Volcano!
You can’t leave me like this
No
Don’t do it
You got to give it a shot
I like you a lot
Shani P hold her pon the spot
She press it back, and now the sweat wall-to-wall, and her body keep calling me
Ready fi give her the vibe and put all in
Mi kno mi not stallin
Mi give her the love properly
Free the lock cause I got the key
Don’t let this moment Go to waste
Tell u dat would B wrong girl
2night can never be replaced
Budy bang bang bang bang
Rub a dub it Neva feel like dat
Ruba dub it Never smooth like dat no
Ruba dub it Neva feel like dat
Ruba dub it Neva
Jah jah jah jah jah jah jah
Aye!
Woman you can’t leave me like this no
Not when the night is so Young girl
When the dance is getting so hot
Oh no, no no no
Like Fia!
You can leave me like this
No
Baby girl
You got to give it a shot
I like you a lot
Shani P hold her pon the spot
Yea yeah
Tell you this
Rebel time under the bass and treble time
Baby girl don’t you worry nor fret
Yeah
I see the sign and every time we combine girl a no say we keep it fresh
Woah I
Free of yourself and let it flow
Freely
You have to understand the dancehall know how it flows
Lifestyle
Free up uself an let it flow
Baby girl
Everything Jamaica does the world follows
Budy Bang Bang Girl
Woi mi seh one more drink to my head
Buss a bokkle
Or should I have a big spliff instead
Blaze dem
A mi seh one more drink 2 mi head
Buss a bokkle
Woah a aye!
Tell dem!
Ruba dub it Neva feel like dat
Ruba dub it Neva smooth like no
Ruba dub it Neva feel like dat
Ruba dub it Neva
Jah jah jah jah jah jah!
Woman u can’t leave
No!
real deal
Easy like the Caribbean breezy
U done kno baby girl a tease mi
Tell her fi a while it’s time 2 rent a tile
Style!
Budy bang bang bang bang
Beres
Woman you can’t leave me like this no
Not when the night is so Young girl
When the dance is getting so hot
Oh no, no no no
Like Fia!
You can’t leave me like this
No
Baby girl
You got to give it a shot
I like you a lot
Shani P hold her pon the spot