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OLDIES SUNDAY: Chevelle Franklyn – Here I Am (1989)

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The month of May being “Child Month” is coming to a close. Today on “Oldies Sunday“, we highlight a time when young folks take on arguments they have no business being in. It comes in the form of a song in this case. Today, we go back into time to check out a young Chevelle Franklyn, and her track “Here I Am“.

Produced by Rohan Harrison and Arnold Edwards and released through the Rhage Records in 1989, we find a Teenage Chevelle Franklyn (then known as Chevelle) taking on the role of a Woman who is in love with a married Man in, “Here I Am”. Released at age 16, the song showcased a young star in the making with a powerful voice, and who had promise of a successful music career. “Here I Am” was beyond Chevelle’s years in subject matter, but it catapulted her into stardom quickly. The song topped the JBC Radio One Top 30 charts, the RJR Top 40 music charts, and put the Singer on a winning streak as she scooped up a number of awards, made her a household name, and opened doors which included collaborations with Shabba Ranks, Spragga Benz, Beenie Man, and later scoring an International Record Deal with Island Jamaica.

Since the release of “Here I Am”, Chevelle Franklyn made strides in music. In the late 1990s, she stepped away to focus on her faith. She would return to the scene shortly after as a Gospel Singer, enjoying success in that lane. Despite the changes in her life, many still remember that little girl who made her debut on the scene signing about big people tings. “Here I Am” continues to be well-loved by many.

THANK YOU CHEVELLE FRANKLYN FOR THIS HIT!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Taiye Ft. Red Rat & Dahzee – Nani Naki Nana (2006)

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May is recognized as “Child Month“. During this time on “Oldies Sunday“, we highlight some of our former Child stars. Many of our favourites started out in their much younger day, and either found success then, or it helped to develop their careers later in life. Today, we go back into time to check out Taiye, and her track, “Nani Naki Nana (or Naki Na Na)” .

Produced by Jah Snowcone on the “Applause/Mo’Applause Riddim” and released through Jah Snowcone Records/Rat-A-Kastle Records in 2006, it was all about learning with Taiye, her friend Dahzee, and her Father, Dancehall Artist Red Rat in, “Nani Naki Nana”. From encouraging kids to go to school, to promoting learning, to having manners and respect, it was all about being the best you can be in this fun collaboration. The song was carried by the catchy chant of “Nani Naki Nana”, and it resulted in the song becoming popular among the youth, it enjoyed radio airplay in Jamaica and parts of the world, and was welcomed in various schools. Red Rat took the opportunity to make a kid-friendly song as his daughter (whose Mother is Recording Artist Italee) showed interest in being a part of the Entertainment Industry. “Nani Naki Nana” was featured on the compilation project, “Mo’Applause” in 2007. The song was also sampled by International Recording Artist Christina Aguilera for her 2010 single “Monday Morning“, but was not credited.

Since the release of “Nani Naki Nana”, Red Rat continued his career which saw more music releases, and even more International bookings. Taiye went on to start a music career in her adult years, and released the single, “Leaving” under the stage name Taiye Takina in 2025. Not much is known of Dahzee at this time. “Nani Naki Nana” still connects with the kids who were introduced to the song back then. One has shared she nicknamed her sister after the song, others shared that they still play it to this day. It has also gained some popularity on Social Media recently.

THANK YOU TAIYE, RED RAT, AND DAHZEE FOR THIS HIT!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Junior Tucker – Mr. Telephone Man (1983)

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May is recognized as “Child Month“. During this time on “Oldies Sunday“, we highlight some of our former Child stars. Many of our favourites started out in their much younger day, and either found success then, or it helped to develop their careers later in life. Today, we go back into time to check out former Child Star Junior Tucker, and his track, “Mr. Telephone Man“.

Produced by Ray Parker Jr. and released through Geffen Records in 1983, Junior Tucker was having communication problems with his girlfriend in, “Mr. Telephone Man”. He makes a complaint to the Phone Operator that his connection with his girlfriend has been compromised, and despite his reasonings, it may be clear that his girlfriend doesn’t want to talk to him. “Mr. Telephone Man” was a minor hit for Tucker, who was gaining popularity as a teen sensation, and was one of Jamaica’s earliest child stars. The single was featured on his 3rd album, “Jr. Tucker“. If you have made it this far in the Article, yes, this is the original track that was later covered by Boston Boy Band, New Edition in 1984, and became a classic.

Since the release of “Mr. Telephone Man”, Junior Tucker went on to make a shift in his music career. He focused on Dancehall, and released a string of hits. He later converted to Christianity following the passing his of his Father, Jimmy Tucker and the birth of his daughter in the late 90s, and has been a Minister and Gospel Recording Artist ever since. Many know New Edition’s version of “Mr. Telephone Man”, but true fans of Tucker remember that he did it first.

THANK YOU JUNIOR TUCKER FOR THIS HIT!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: Risto Benji – Gimme De Money (1987)

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May is recognized as “Child’s Month“, and on “Oldies Sunday“, we highlight some of the yutes of yesteryear. Today’s selection comes from the late Risto Benji with the track, “Gimme De Money“.

Produced by King Jammys on the “Punanny Riddim” and released through the Jammy’s label in 1987, it’s all about the money for Risto Benji in “Gimme De Money”. Times are hard, and money solves most problems, and Benji wants it all in various currencies. In his extreme way, he wants the money to drive him crazy, and take him to the grave. “Gimme De Money” borrowed some of the cadence from Admiral Bailey’s “Punanny” track on the same Riddim that was released in 1986, and it turned out to be a popular track for the Child Star, instantly giving him fame. Benji was granted the opportunity to tour off of the success of “Gimme De Money”, but maintaining fame was difficult because he got caught up in a different kind of life outside of the music. Sadly, Risto Benji passed away in 2011, with many expressing that he had the potential be an even greater Artist, and solidify a more legendary spot in Dancehall’s hall of fame. Many still play “Gimme De Money” today, and remember the era of the former Child Star.

Thank you Risto Benji for this classic! Sleep Well.

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @MachelMontano – Too Young To Soca (1986)

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As we come to a close of the month of May being “Child’s Month“, we’d like to highlight one more star whose career started in their youth. Today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from Soca Legend Machel Montano with the track, “Too Young To Soca“!

Produced by Eddy Grant and released in 1986 through the Ice Label, this song featured Machel Montano at the age of 9. With high energy production, Machel commanded the track with the prowess of a veteran. He expressed his love for Soca Music, and dared to defied people’s opinions of his being too young to Soca. He wants to sing, he wants to jam, so let him be! “Too Young To Soca” quickly catapulted Machel Montano to stardom, and opened up a lane for him to enjoy a career that has spanned well over 30 years. “Too Young To Soca” was featured on his 1985 4 track album of the same name.

As the month comes to an end, we’d like to ask all the parents or soon to be parents one thing, please protect the children! There are so many kids with promise and potential, and society finds a way to shatter their hopes and aspirations. Protect the yutes!

thank you machel montano for this classic!

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OLDIES SUNDAY: @ZiggyMarley And The Melody Makers – “Tomorrow People” (1988)

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May is recognized as “Child’s Month“, and we’ll be featuring content where the youth were stars. Today’s Oldies Sunday selection comes from the Marley siblings Sharon, Cedella, Ziggy, and Stephen a.k.a. Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers with the track, “Tomorrow People“.

Produced by Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth, this was released through Virgin Records in 1988. On the track, Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers provide some consciousness on this track. With lyrics like “Tomorrow people, where is your past? Tomorrow people, how long will you last?” over great production and energetic vocals, this was a song that made people think, and be entertained. “Tomorrow People” was featured on the group’s 3rd album, the 1989 GRAMMY winning Platinum selling “Conscious Party“. “Tomorrow People” has also been dubbed the “85th Greatest One-Hit Wonder of the 80s” by VH1.

Since the release of “Tomorrow People”, Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers went on to release a few more albums, scoring 2 more GRAMMY awards, and flying the Marley flag as a group before disbanding in the early 2000s.

thank you Ziggy Marley And The Melody Makers!

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