"It A Ring" by is a quintessential 1980s dancehall anthem that gained renewed global recognition through its inclusion on the soundtrack for the 2002 cult classic film, Shottas . Produced by the legendary King Jammy in 1985, the track is built on the influential Tempo riddim and stands as a prime example of the digital dancehall era. Song Overview & Context
: The lyrics address social consciousness and the daily struggles of the "poor people," contrasting the beauty of Jamaica with the economic hardships faced by many. Shottas (2002) - Soundtracks - IMDb tonto_irie_it_a_ring_shottas_soundtrack
: Tonto Irie , a prominent dancehall DJ from King Jammy’s "stable" who was a fixture of the 1980s Jamaican music scene. "It A Ring" by is a quintessential 1980s
: Produced and arranged by Lloyd "King Jammy" James . Shottas (2002) - Soundtracks - IMDb : Tonto
: Uses the Tempo riddim , one of the foundational digital rhythms of early dancehall.