OLDIES SUNDAY: Chaka Demus And Pliers – Murder She Wrote (1992)


In recognition of French Montana and Nicki Minaj’s hit, “Freaks“, today I feature one of the songs that was sampled in it. Titled “Murder She Wrote“, this was a very popular hit of legendary duo Chaka Demus and Pliers. Released in 1992 and produced by Sly and Robbie on the “Bam Bam” remake riddim, this song was described as a song for the ladies with an “Angel face but a Devil’s heart“. This song spoke about a girl named Maxine who was a user, very promiscuous, and was also a murderer. According to the artists, this was written off an experience but with a few details omitted.

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25DaysOfChristmas: Chaka Demus & Pliers – Christmas A Come (Day 14)


Today’s 25DaysOfChristmas entry comes from the classic Reggae duo of Chaka Demus & Pliers. Titled, “Christmas A Come“, this had so much Dancehall feel to it, this was needed at a party with it’s great production. If a woman didn’t pull a man close and a man pulled a woman close to dance, something was really wrong. Very entertaining track, check out the song below and share your thoughts in the comments section.

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