” 2020 Is Upside Down, Let’s Get It Right Side Up”
The wait was long overdue, but it was worth the wait. After a decade of silence, Buju Banton unleashed is highly anticipated album ” Upside Down” on June 26th, and it’s purchase worthy!
Buju , most notably referenced as ‘Gargamel’ is a significant part of Jamaica and the world’s reggae landscape. From the 90’s to present, Buju’s prolific lyrics resonates and runs deeps with audiences worldwide. The multi-talented star showcases his remarkable gifts on the new album.
” There Was Music Before Money, And There Will Be Music After Money….., I Am Servant Of The Most High – Buju Banton “
“Upside Down” is another intentional masterpiece of music elements that speaks to the political climate of our society today. Following his seven-year prison term, Buju Banton received a hero’s welcome in Jamaica in March of 2019. The “Long Walk” tribute concert was an homage to his long awaited fans across the globe; many of whom were eager to know if Buju was still Buju after ten years of captivity.
The answer is YES, and Buju is MORE. As one has stated: they may have imprisoned his body, but NOT his mind and spirit. You can hear and feel Buju’s evolution in his new music releases. The album’s top two singles’ singles ‘Steppa’ and ‘Blessed’ Buju addresses the human divide that is largely in part to the corruption of politics and religion. On tracks ‘ Lamb Of God’ and ‘Buried Alive’, ‘Rise Up’ and ‘Yes Mi Friend’ Buju speaks on the subject of Love, Rastafarianism, and our innate Culture as a people to re-embark upon.
The 20 track listing also includes features from his fellow music peers Stephen Marley, John Legend, Pharrell Williams, and Stefflon Don.
” We’re Going To A Turbulent Time Where The Shifting Of Consciousness Is Everywhere And Its Only The Fools Who Don’t See, And If They Don’t See It, They Are The Ones Who Will Be Caught Up – Buju Banton “
Thanks to Buju’s music partnership deal with Roc-Nation; his musical gift continues to stand out and resonate among new generations of reggae lovers worldwide.
One Love PLUMS.