Roots Manuva – Witness (I Hope) (2001)

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With his LP Run Come Save Me and more specifically the stunning ragga-infused ‘Witness (1 Hope)’, rapper Rodney Smith reinvented British hip-hop in one set. In 2001, Roots Manuva was a pioneer. Have a great weekend.

Roots Manuva – Dreamy Days (2001)

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“Dreamy days/Come what may/We feel no way/There’s gonna be fun and lots of laughter.” Roots Manuva created a spot of magic with his clever use of the MacArthur Park sample and his expressive use of the word “larfter”. Rodney Smith featured the single as the closing track on on his lauded LP Run Come Save Me. Have a great week.