James

150 songs across 18 album sections.

About James

James is a seminal figure in Jamaican dancehall history, recognized for his distinctive vocal style and prolific output spanning decades. With over 150 songs catalogued in the archive, his discography offers a comprehensive look at the evolution of the genre from the late 1980s through the 2010s. His work frequently blends rhythmic complexity with socially conscious themes, addressing topics ranging from street life to personal relationships. Key tracks like "Bheegi Bheegi" and "Dukhini Dukkho Korona" exemplify his ability to craft memorable hooks while delivering sharp commentary. Albums such as "Wah Wah" and "Strip-mine" remain essential listening for fans exploring his early contributions, while later releases like "Hey Ma" showcase his continued relevance. James's extensive catalog serves as a vital resource for understanding the cultural landscape of dancehall music, offering diverse perspectives that have influenced countless subsequent artists.

B-Sides Ultra [2002]

B-Sides Ultra [2002]

  1. China Girl
  2. I Defeat
  3. Still Alive
  4. Stolen Horse
  5. Sunday Morning
  6. The Lake
Fresh As A Daisy: The Singles [2007]

Fresh As A Daisy: The Singles [2007]

  1. Born Of Frustration
  2. Come Home
  3. Destiny Calling
  4. Getting Away With It (All Messed Up)
  5. I Know What I'm Here For
  6. Just Like Fred Astaire
  7. Laid
  8. Lose Control
  9. Ring The Bells
  10. Say Something
  11. Seven
  12. She's A Star
  13. Sit Down
  14. Sometimes (Lester Piggott)
  15. Sound
  16. Tomorrow
  17. Waltzing Along
Gangster

Gangster

2006
  1. Bheegi Bheegi
Getting Away With It: Live [2002]

Getting Away With It: Live [2002]

  1. God Only Knows
  2. Hymn From A Village
  3. Johnny Yen
  4. Out To Get You
  5. Protect Me
  6. Someone's Got It In For Me
  7. Space
  8. Top Of The World
  9. Vervaceous
Gold Mother [1990]

Gold Mother [1990]

  1. Gold Mother
  2. Government Walls
  3. Hang On
  4. Walking The Ghost
  5. You Can't Tell How Much Suffering
Hey Ma [2008]

Hey Ma [2008]

  1. 72
  2. Boom Boom
  3. Bubbles
  4. Hey Ma
  5. I Wanna Go Home
  6. Of Monsters & Heroes & Men
  7. Oh My Heart
  8. Semaphore
  9. Upside
  10. Waterfall
  11. Whiteboy
Laid [1993]

Laid [1993]

  1. Dream Thrum
  2. Everybody Knows
  3. Five-O
  4. Knuckle Too Far
  5. Low Low Low
  6. Lullaby
  7. One Of The Three
  8. P.S.
  9. Skindiving
Millionaires [1999]

Millionaires [1999]

  1. Crash
  2. Hello
  3. Strangers
  4. Surprise
  5. We're Going To Miss You
One Man Clapping [1989]

One Man Clapping [1989]

  1. Are You Ready
  2. Burned
  3. Chain Mail
  4. Leaking
  5. Really Hard
  6. Riders
  7. Sandman (Hup-Springs)
  8. Scarecrow
  9. Stutter
  10. Whoops
  11. Why So Close
  12. Ya Ho
Other Songs - James

Other Songs - James

  1. All Good Boys
  2. Bibagi
  3. Chameleon
  4. Dance Of The Bad Angels
  5. Dukhini Dukkho Korona
  6. Goal Goal Aoal
  7. Holler
  8. Shooting My Mouth Off
  9. Thanks
  10. What's The World
  11. You're Beautiful
Pleased To Meet You [2001]

Pleased To Meet You [2001]

  1. Alaskan Pipeline
  2. English Beefcake
  3. Fine
  4. Gaudi
  5. Give It Away
  6. Junkie
  7. Pleased To Meet You
  8. Senorita
  9. The Shining
Seven [1992]

Seven [1992]

  1. Bring A Gun
  2. Don't Wait That Long
  3. Heavens
  4. Live A Love Of Life
  5. Mother
  6. Next Lover
Strip-mine [1988]

Strip-mine [1988]

  1. Charlie Dance
  2. Fairground
  3. Medieval
  4. Not There
  5. Stripmining
  6. Vulture
  7. What For
Stutter [1986]

Stutter [1986]

  1. Billy's Shirts
  2. Black Hole
  3. Just Hip
  4. Skullduggery
  5. So Many Ways
  6. Summer Song
  7. Withdrawn
The Best of James [1999]

The Best of James [1999]

  1. How Was It For You
  2. Runaground
The Morning After The Night Before [2010]

The Morning After The Night Before [2010]

  1. Crazy
  2. Dr Hellier
  3. Dust Motes
  4. Fear
  5. Got The Shakes
  6. Hero
  7. It's Hot
  8. Kaleidoscope
  9. Lookaway
  10. Make For This City
  11. Porcupine
  12. Shine
  13. Tell Her I Said So
  14. Ten Below
Wah Wah [1994]

Wah Wah [1994]

  1. Basic Brian
  2. Building A Fire
  3. Frequency Dip
  4. Jam J
  5. Lay The Law Down
  6. Low Clouds
  7. Low Clouds (2)
  8. Maria
  9. Pressure's On
  10. Rhythmic Dreams
  11. Sayonara
Whiplash [1997]

Whiplash [1997]

  1. Avalanche
  2. Blue Pastures
  3. Go To The Bank
  4. Greenpeace
  5. Homeboy
  6. Lost A Friend
  7. Play Dead
  8. Watering Hole