After two successful singles, showcasing both Cali P’s dancefloor-filling abilities and his skill at Reggae-laced cuts, now the singer/songwriter has returned with his latest track – demonstrating once more this talented individual’s ability to turn his hand to any genre.
"Jah Blessing", a co-production between Cali P and the legendary Randy Valentine, sees Cali P broaden his sound. He is now embracing modern Alt RnB flavours, where genres are woven together to create a unique and unboxable sound.
The track is underscored by key rhythm section elements. The rich and rounded 808 bass is on a swooping, elongated riff that drops beats in between—reminiscent of Trap. This then filters into the drums, where hi-hats do the obligatory buzz rolls. The kick echoes the bass line but across a more syncopated riff, and rasping snares fill in the spaces in between.
Then, "Jah Blessing" brings some additional interest – juxtaposing with the Trap elements to create that Alt RnB sound. Litling acoustic guitars weave firstly around intricate, chord-based runs but also secondly straighter juts in and out at certain points. The use of synth horns is a brilliant addition, as it brings something more electronic to the mix – then, the backing vocals are heavily harmonised across straight accompaniment and call-and-response patterns.
Overall, Jah Blessing is an impressive foray into Alt RnB – which Cali P then delivers powerful lyrics over. The song centres around having faith in Jah and all that then brings; that if you maintain trust and follow the right path – even if you sometimes stray – then his blessings will be upon you. As Cali P laments, “Jah Blessing never short cause we have enough. Mi learn fi find peace pon di rocky road”.
"Jah Blessings" is quite revelatory from Cali P and Randy Valentine – a journey into a genre away from both these talented individuals’ usual mainstay – but one that shows how talented they both really are. As Cali P reminds us, “Make di preparation den, now a time fi harvest”.
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