OLDIES SUNDAY: Conrad Crystal – True Love (1986)

First off, shout out to all the real Fathers on “Father’s Day”!

A few days ago, we lost another Jamaican Icon. Conrad Crystal, a Singer who definitely had a few children in music along with his own, passed away. On today’s “Oldies Sunday“, we pay tribute to a Man who had a voice that commanded the stage. We go back in time to check out, “True Love“.

Produced by Michael Jeffers and released through the Thunder Bolt Label in 1986, Conrad Crystal sings about two hearts finding their way back to each other in, “True Love”. He reflects on the bond he has with his lady, the conflicts they may have had, and despite them parting ways before, they found their way back to each other. In the end, real love never dies. “True Love” quickly found popularity after its release, and was loved in the homes, and in the streets, becoming a massive hit for the Singer. The single was featured on his 1988 debut album of the same name, and continued to win over fans over the years through live performances, and performances on various Sound Systems. It even got new life in the 2000s when Sugar Roy collaborated with Conrad Crystal on a new version of the track.

Since the release of “True Love”, Conrad Crystal went on to release more music, but they never surpassed the success of “True Love”. Sadly, Crystal passed away on June 17 at the age of 61 after a battle with Cancer. “True Love” still gets plenty love today, and his contributions will not be forgotten.