A classic
roots_e@yahoo.com | Seattle, USA | 06/30/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Annette's voice is impassioned. The riddims are crisp and solid (the low end is anchored by Sly and Robbie in fine, prime style--RESPECT!!). The songwriting, also by Annette, is from the gut. And, the melodies are instantly groovy. This is a modern roots record with heart and teeth, the lyrics full of acute observation, heady inspiration, and Jah praiseology. This record belongs in the top 20 most essential reggae albums you need in your collection. The track listing says there's 14 songs, but the cd offers an unnamed 15th, a paen to South Africa and freedom which, though dated, nudges up to Marley's "Redemption Song" as one of the "Songs Most Likely to Produce Goosebumps on Your Soul's Skin." Just buy it, okay?"