A dancehall artist. popular with younger party goers. one of Jamaica's fine… Read Full Bio ↴A dancehall artist. popular with younger party goers. one of Jamaica's finest production for the 2000s.

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

money dream
Jah Vinci Lyrics

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Outclear ah gaza mi say,
Life ah get rougher rougher
Tings ah get tougher tougher
My money mi ah go for go for
Hey Russian ah Jah Vinci
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Search mi ah search for de dream it ah de most wanted inna de scheme ghetto youth wa money green money green mi ah look for de queen search mi ah search for de dream it ah the most wanted inna de scheme ghetto youth wa money green money mi ah look for de queen.
Aye ah nuff waste money pon champange n boatride papa wrkin hard pon the roadside all wen the pagan dem ah cum pon the both side uh haffi support 5 ah 1 card mi ah spin dwn ah town pagan splash mi up n wa tke man fi clown wa goes around must cum bck around cuz mi haffi...

meh song
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Search mi ah search for de dream it ah de most wanted inna de scheme ghetto youth wa money green money green mi ah look for de queen search mi ah search for de dream ghetto youth uh no see me dream it ah the most wanted inna de scheme ghetto youth wa money green money green mi ah look fi de queen.
So fi dah hear ah tke care ah meh mudda wit sum new share ah mi dream gettin nearer wa mi life outclear y my pocket u ah move life uh scared ah money come hme 2 me y uh ah hide frm me money come hme 2 me me lovin u my bby.
(Chrous)
Search mi ah search for de dream it ah the most wanted inna de scheme ghetto youth wa money green money green mi ah search for de dream ghetto youth uh no see me dream it ah the most wanted inna de scheme ghetto youth wa money green money mi ah look for de queen.
Outclear ah gaza mi say

Rougher rougher tings ah get
Tougher tougher my money mi ago go for go for

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Jah Vinci's song Money Dream explore the difficulties faced by young people living in disadvantaged areas who are searching for financial success. The song talks about the challenges that the artist faces as he tries to reach his dreams of financial stability. The line "search mi ah search for de dream it ah de most wanted inna de scheme" shows the desperation of young people to escape poverty and provides insight into the challenges they face. The use of the phrase "money green" reiterates this point, highlighting the importance placed on wealth and financial status in society.

The artist uses his own experiences to further emphasize the hardships that young people face. He talks about wasting money on champagne and boat rides, which is a stark contrast to his father's hard work on the roadside to provide for his family. This provides an insight into the differences in lifestyles between the wealthy and the poor. Additionally, he addresses the idea that "what goes around must come back around" which shows the cyclical nature of poverty and the struggle to escape it.

Overall, Jah Vinci's Money Dream provides a powerful insight into the struggles that young people face in disadvantaged areas. The lyrics are a call to action for society to address issues of inequality and create more opportunities for financial success.

Line by Line Meaning

Outclear ah gaza mi say
I am from Gaza and I am speaking clearly and honestly.

Life ah get rougher rougher
Life is becoming increasingly difficult and challenging.

Tings ah get tougher tougher
Things are becoming more and more difficult to handle and overcome.

My money mi ah go for go for
I am constantly spending and using my money.

Hey Russian ah Jah Vinci
Hey Russian, it's Jah Vinci speaking.

Search mi ah search for de dream it ah de most wanted inna de scheme ghetto youth wa money green money green mi ah look for de queen search mi ah search for de dream it ah the most wanted inna de scheme ghetto youth wa money green money mi ah look for de queen.
I am searching for my dream, which is the most important thing for the youth in the ghetto. I am looking for the perfect partnership with a woman who values money like I do.

Aye ah nuff waste money pon champange n boatride papa wrkin hard pon the roadside all wen the pagan dem ah cum pon the both side uh haffi support 5 ah 1 card mi ah spin dwn ah town pagan splash mi up n wa tke man fi clown wa goes around must cum bck around cuz mi haffi... meh song
I have wasted a lot of money on frivolous things like champagne and boat rides while my father works hard on the roadside. Even when the pagans approach me, I have to support my family with limited resources. People who try to take advantage of me will eventually get what they deserve.

So fi dah hear ah tke care ah meh mudda wit sum new share ah mi dream gettin nearer wa mi life outclear y my pocket u ah move life uh scared ah money come hme 2 me y uh ah hide frm me money come hme 2 me me lovin u my bby.
I am taking care of my mother with my new earnings, and my dream is getting closer to becoming a reality. I am sure that money will come to me, but it is elusive and hard to keep. The fear of losing it cripples me, but I still love money.

(Chrous) Search mi ah search for de dream it ah de most wanted inna de scheme ghetto youth wa money green money green mi ah search for de dream ghetto youth uh no see me dream it ah the most wanted inna de scheme ghetto youth wa money green money mi ah look for de queen.
I am searching for my dream, which is the most important thing for the youth in the ghetto. I am looking for the perfect partnership with a woman who values money like I do.

Outclear ah gaza mi say
I am from Gaza and I am speaking clearly and honestly.

Rougher rougher tings ah get
Things are becoming increasingly difficult and challenging.

Tougher tougher my money mi ago go for go for
My money is becoming more valuable and I must use it more carefully.

Writer(s): Tarik Luke Johnston, Andre Rhoden

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