Jimmy Cliff - Roots Radical - (special) -

“I recall sitting in a friend's flat in London, with the radio on... On came a record: “I'm a radical, root radical, I'm a true born Jamaican”. My friend and I looked at each other: Who's that?” Reggae Vibes · 1 year ago

“Cliff's ability to crystallize essential ideas into brief phrases, and then match those phrases to instantly memorable melodies, was one of his greatest gifts.” No Fences Review · No Fences Review · 4 months ago Jimmy Cliff - Roots Radical - (Special)

Special marked a significant point in Cliff's career, following his massive international success with The Harder They Come . “I recall sitting in a friend's flat in

: "Roots Radical" is often paired with "Treat the Youths Right" as the album's most effective topical tracks. Human Perspectives : "Roots Radical" is often paired with "Treat

: Cliff’s voice is highlighted for being higher and sweeter than Bob Marley’s, yet maintaining a fervent and righteous delivery that never feels overbearing. The Album Context: Special (1982)