Jah Vinci who's real name is Kirk Rhoden burst onto the Dancehall Reggae scene in 2008 with a collaboration with his then mentor Vybz Kartel called "Weh Dem A Guh" on producer Stephen Mcgregor's Day Rave Riddim.
Since then most lovers of dancehall and reggae music has falling in love with his music.
He was a member of the Vybz Kartel's led Portmore Empire.
In 2011 he decided to part company with the Portmore empire saying that being a cultural artist his music no longer fits with the direction of the Portmore Empire.
In a media release he said "I'm thankful to Vybz Kartel for the role he has played in the development of my career, Kartel a mi don, a him set it fi mi. Big up yuhself, but yuh haffi be a man at the end of the day."
In recent times a number of artists has left the Portmore empire artiste such as Lisa Hype, Gaza Kim and Blak Ryno after it was said that they were beaten. The three have since then changed their names to Lisa Hyper, Kym and Ryno, respectively.
He's is well known for tracks such as:
1. Watch yuh Friends
2. Money
3. Remedy
4. Baby Girl I am Alone
5. Money Dream
6. Wine Pan
7. Rumour
8. Wipe Those Tears
10.Wicked Heart
11.Soul To Keep
12.Gwan Home
13.Me Nah Miss
14. Draw Mi Line
NICE AGAIN
Jah Vinci Lyrics
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The whole a wi a friends
Meck wi stop pon the corner
Spend a round pon the jense
When big song a play wi a beat down the fence
Because wi bun friend killer
An wi bun false pretend
When pot a cook everybody a look
Mi seh da song yah haffi voice cause the place get nice
This a fi mi ghetto paradise
Big up the place weh mi come from
Cause hi nice again
The dan dem a seh nothing no fi rise again
An no war naw gwaan, yes a good vibes again
Big up the place weh mi come from
Cause hi nice again
The dan dem a seh nothing no fi rise again
An no war naw gwaan, yes a good vibes again
Right now no mman naw talk seh no man fi dead
A youth a rise bout yah an wi glad fi dem yea
Right now mi si pay love a show
Mi member one time mi couldn′t put mi foot out a door
Baby mother happy all when light bills due
Caw the youths dem a mine certain youth
No man naw get execute, naw look no man fi shoot
You know how long mi no si a black suit
Mi si love a give away now
Mi si love a go around
A woman pack it inna van an shi a send some a town
Ex amount a love you cyaa get it by the pound
So come full yo basket an carry some love a town
Big up to Gorden Tower Hill an Spanish Town
Out of many one the whole a wi a one
One loving nation
The whole a wi a Jah creation
In Jah Vinci's song "Nice Again," he speaks about how the people in his community have come together and are living in peace and tranquility. He praises his community for being nice again, and goes on to talk about the good vibes that are currently present, after a period of turmoil. He then proceeds to highlight certain experiences that he has witnessed recently, such as people cooking and sharing meals and the youth doing well.
Jah Vinci emphasizes how important it is for the community to band together and be there for each other. He references love being spread around, with women helping people by packing vans and sending love to nearby towns. He mentions various neighborhoods such as Gordon Town, Tower Hill, and Spanish Town, highlighting how everyone in his country is one nation, united in love and harmony.
Overall, "Nice Again" is an ode to Jamaica and the power of love and unity. It reminds the listener that coming together is the key to achieving greatness, and that when people show genuine love to each other, nothing is impossible.
Line by Line Meaning
Mi seh the whole a wi a real youth
I am speaking on behalf of all of us here as genuine youth.
The whole a wi a friends
We are all comrades with a mutual understanding.
Meck wi stop pon the corner
Let us halt our journey at the bend.
Spend a round pon the jense
Savor a moment to enjoy and appreciate the surroundings.
When big song a play wi a beat down the fence
Once we hear the significant melody, we all move to the beat with excitement.
Because wi bun friend killer
We do not tolerate those who take the life of our friends.
An wi bun false pretend
We condemn those who act deceitfully.
When pot a cook everybody a look
We are all eagerly watching the cooking pot.
6 love drop an the table a shook
We get more exhilarated when the dice on the table rolls a six.
Mi seh da song yah haffi voice cause the place get nice
This song must be voiced right now as we are in a pleasant environment.
This a fi mi ghetto paradise
Our surroundings are our own paradise in the ghetto.
Big up the place weh mi come from
I give a shout-out to my hometown.
Cause hi nice again
It has been rehabilitated and is visually pleasing again.
The dan dem a seh nothing no fi rise again
The people in this town are pleased seeing no disturbances around.
An no war naw gwaan, yes a good vibes again
With no conflicts going on, the good vibes are back.
Right now no mman naw talk seh no man fi dead
At present, nobody is uttering the words that someone should be killed.
A youth a rise bout yah an wi glad fi dem yea
We are now observing many youths emerging in this area and we are happy to see them.
Right now mi si pay love a show
Currently, I am noticing love being exhibited everywhere.
Mi member one time mi couldn′t put mi foot out a door
I recall a time when it wasn't safe for me to step outside my house.
Baby mother happy all when light bills due
The mother of my child is content in spite of the electricity expenses being unpaid.
Caw the youths dem a mine certain youth
Because the young people are looking out for each other.
No man naw get execute, naw look no man fi shoot
No one is being sentenced to death, nor is anyone being intentionally targeted.
You know how long mi no si a black suit
It has been ages since I've seen a funeral party.
Mi si love a give away now
I am seeing that love is being distributed freely at this moment.
Mi si love a go around
The sentiment of love is spreading throughout our community.
A woman pack it inna van an shi a send some a town
A lady is filling up her van with items and sending them to another location.
Ex amount a love you cyaa get it by the pound
There is a multitude of love that cannot be measured in weight units.
So come full yo basket an carry some love a town
Therefore, fill your basket with love and deliver it to other destinations.
Big up to Gorden Tower Hill an Spanish Town
A shout-out to Gorden, Tower Hill, and Spanish Town.
Out of many one the whole a wi a one
Despite our differences, we all share a common identity.
One loving nation
We are one nation filled with love.
Writer(s): Unknown Writer, Andre Kirk Andrew Rhoden
Contributed by Lauren P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.