Lee "Scratch" Perry - Curly Locks

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Natty congo, yes I, dread natty congo
Natty congo, yes I, natt up, natt up, natt up, yeah
Curly Locks, now that I'm a dreadlocks
Your daddy don't want you dealing with me
Curly Locks, now that I'm a dreadlocks
Your mammy don't want you dealing with me
The sun is shining, the breeze is a-blowing, too
But all I've got inside is lotsa love for you, it's true
Curly Locks, two roads before ya
Which one will be your choice?
Would really like to know that
Curly Locks, your father is a poacher
And he don't want you dealing with me
He's a baldhead, I am a congo dread
A living rastaman, who's got a lots of love for you
Curly Locks, two roads before ya
Which one will be your choice?
Would really like to know, yeah
Curly Locks, your father is a poacher
And he don't want you dealing with me
But it's alright
Thank you, thank you for the letter
It's made me feel better
Tee tah toe
That's the way it's gonna go, now
Curly Locks, two roads before ya
You pick your choice
Curly Locks, two roads before ya
You pick, you pick, you pick your choice
Curly Locks, your father is a poacher
I'm a bongo natty bongo natty bongo dread
Dread up, dread up, dread up, yeah
Natty congo, bongo natty .....

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Lee "Scratch" Perry OD, born Rainford Hugh Perry on March 20, 1936, in Kendal, Jamaica, is a legendary Jamaican music producer known for his groundbreaking studio techniques and innovative production values. Perry is considered one of the pioneers in the development of dub music, a genre that emerged in the 1960s and 1970s.

From an early age, Perry showed a passion for music and began his career as a record seller and talent scout in Kingston, Jamaica. He soon transitioned to producing music, and his unique approach to recording and mixing set him apart from other producers in the industry. Perry was known for his use of effects and remixing techniques to create new instrumental or vocal versions of existing reggae tracks, giving birth to the distinctive sound of dub music.

Throughout his career, Lee "Scratch" Perry has worked with some of the biggest names in reggae music, including Bob Marley and the Wailers, Junior Murvin, the Congos, and Max Romeo. His collaborations with these artists have produced some of the most influential and iconic reggae recordings of all time.

In addition to his work as a producer, Perry is also a talented performer and has released numerous albums as a solo artist. His live performances are known for their energy and eccentricity, with Perry often sporting colorful outfits and flamboyant accessories.

Lee "Scratch" Perry's contributions to reggae and dub music have earned him widespread acclaim and recognition in the music industry. In 2012, he was awarded the Order of Distinction by the Jamaican government for his significant contributions to the country's music scene.

Despite his advanced age, Lee "Scratch" Perry continues to be an active force in the music world, collaborating with a new generation of artists and pushing the boundaries of music production. His legacy as a trailblazer in the reggae and dub genres is firmly established, and his influence on the music industry is undeniable.