Why the Bounty Killer Vs Beenie Man made every West Indian Proud
Why the Bounty Killer Vs Beenie Man made every West Indian Proud !
The two legendary dancehall artist Beenie Man and Bounty Killer was the latest celebrities on the Verzuz Battle in Kingston, Jamaica. This was the first time in 30 years that the two musicians competed known as a “clash” on stage together. The duo broke the internet with over 400,000 views on the digital platform. Celebrities such as Rihanna, Diddy, Buju Banton, Nas, and others supported the artist as they took us down memory lane with their hits and collaborations over the years. This was a Dancehall lover’s dream to see the two Iconic musicians come together. Both Bounty Killer and Beenie Man have lyrically gone back and forth until they competed at Sting 1993. Sting, Jamaica’s longest-running stage show which is considered to be some of the most monumental moments for Dancehall and Reggae.
Throughout the history of Dancehall “Sound Clash” is a popular event for musicians to showcase their lyrical talent and competitive side. Originating in Kingston, Jamaica in the 1950’s soundclash competitions were made up of neighborhood crews (sound systems) battling for crowds admiration. Sound Systems would take to the stage to a battle between musicians inside small venues or large fields called (state shows). The Verzuz battle is basically a modern-day “Sound Clash”, This event will make history due to this being the first digital soundclash between two legendary artist! The two musicians did not disappoint with their fluid lyrics and vintage dub “riddims”.
The soundclash between Bounty Killer and Beenie Man represented the West Indian Culture perfectly due to the Versus platform allowing them to battle in one form with their DJ’s. The authentic representation of the culture by displaying the flags and allowing sound effects such as the sound horns. Honestly, we can all agree that it wasn’t a battle of who was the best artist but how these artist has contributed towards decades of music while stay staying true to their Caribbean Heritage. Most people who did not come from a West Indian background grew to love and appreciate how deeply involved these artists are in their community and fans alike.