Ninjaman alias Don Gorgon (born Desmond John Ballentine on January 20, 1966… Read Full Bio ↴Ninjaman alias Don Gorgon (born Desmond John Ballentine on January 20, 1966, in Annotto Bay, Jamaica) is a popular dancehall deejay, known for his controversial and pro-gun lyrics and his stuttering and melodramatic style.
After moving from his birthplace Annotto Bay to Kingston at the age of 11, he launched his deejay career with the Black Culture Sound System at age 12 as "Double Ugly". In 1980, he joined Killamanjaro, there got the chance to learn from established deejays Super Cat and Early B, and released his debut single as "Uglyman". Yet another name change made him the now well known Ninjaman.[2] In 1987, Ninjaman recorded - and produced himself - his first hit single "Protection", a duet with Courtney Melody. The following years brought many prolific collaborations with producers like King Jammy, Witty, Xterminator, Philip "Fatis" Burrell, Redman, Ini Kamoze, Bobby Digital, Augustus "Gussie" Clarke, and Steely & Clevie and Henry "Junjo" Lawes. It has been said that Ninjaman comes up with all of his lyrics on the spot in the recording studio, in a freestyle manner.
His hits over the years 1989-1992, like "Murder Dem", "Permit to Bury" and "Above the Law" reinforced Ninjamans image of a violent rude boy. One of his most infamous rivalries (besides the ongoing quarrels with Flourgon and Super Cat) was the one with Shabba Ranks, leading to a number of clashes.
In 1993, criticism of Ninjamans violent and pro-gun lyrics arose, leading to a decline in performing gigs and chances to record.
By 1997, Ninjaman had changed his name once again, now performing gospel reggae songs as "Brother Desmond". He sought help to fight his Crack cocaine addiction in born again Christianity. It was not a complete changeover though, earning him criticism from parts of the Jamaican Christian community.
In the late 1990s, he was accused (but later acquitted), among other things, of having raped a woman at knifepoint in his home and having murdered a taxi driver. He was sentenced to one year in jail in late 1999, after being convicted of unlawfully possessing a firearm and ammunition.
In July 2001, Ninjaman was assaulted with a machete, suffering several wounds, some to the head.
After moving from his birthplace Annotto Bay to Kingston at the age of 11, he launched his deejay career with the Black Culture Sound System at age 12 as "Double Ugly". In 1980, he joined Killamanjaro, there got the chance to learn from established deejays Super Cat and Early B, and released his debut single as "Uglyman". Yet another name change made him the now well known Ninjaman.[2] In 1987, Ninjaman recorded - and produced himself - his first hit single "Protection", a duet with Courtney Melody. The following years brought many prolific collaborations with producers like King Jammy, Witty, Xterminator, Philip "Fatis" Burrell, Redman, Ini Kamoze, Bobby Digital, Augustus "Gussie" Clarke, and Steely & Clevie and Henry "Junjo" Lawes. It has been said that Ninjaman comes up with all of his lyrics on the spot in the recording studio, in a freestyle manner.
His hits over the years 1989-1992, like "Murder Dem", "Permit to Bury" and "Above the Law" reinforced Ninjamans image of a violent rude boy. One of his most infamous rivalries (besides the ongoing quarrels with Flourgon and Super Cat) was the one with Shabba Ranks, leading to a number of clashes.
In 1993, criticism of Ninjamans violent and pro-gun lyrics arose, leading to a decline in performing gigs and chances to record.
By 1997, Ninjaman had changed his name once again, now performing gospel reggae songs as "Brother Desmond". He sought help to fight his Crack cocaine addiction in born again Christianity. It was not a complete changeover though, earning him criticism from parts of the Jamaican Christian community.
In the late 1990s, he was accused (but later acquitted), among other things, of having raped a woman at knifepoint in his home and having murdered a taxi driver. He was sentenced to one year in jail in late 1999, after being convicted of unlawfully possessing a firearm and ammunition.
In July 2001, Ninjaman was assaulted with a machete, suffering several wounds, some to the head.
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Ninjaman Lyrics
We have lyrics for these tracks by Ninjaman:
Bad Men Ninjaman around again [?] problem Ninjaman around again [?] …
Border Clash Now hear this! all who a chat and dem mouth…
cover me At the dark end of the street That's where we always…
Cover Me featuring Tinga Stewart At the dark end of the street That's where we always…
Lovers Let's take our time and concentrate The mood is right for…
Mississippi There's a natural wonder between us But it doesn't seem nat…
Murder Dem I tell yuh if yuh come wid yuh competition come…
Ninja Mi Ninja True dem seh mi easy Mi bubble dem fi burst Tell dem…
Protection Whoa I, know Yeah I I know I believe I believe the chi…
Protection featuring Courtney Melody Whoa I, know Yeah I I know I believe I believe the chi…
Reptile She spreads herself wide open to let the insects in She…
Time Is Serious We are living in a serious time What a dangerous time Wow Ni…
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@josef7ark
First heard this riddim when DJ Red Alert had a reggae mix show during 98.7Kiss FM in the 90's. Been looking for it ever since. Internet radio is my only source of Dancehall.
@fruiteatingbear
This takes me back to the 90's when David Rodigan used to play this mix on Kiss all the time, wicked tune, could never find it anywhere!!!. So glad you posted it.
@boostmeup
thuimbs if phoneshop episode brought you here
@elvispreseli
"I must be Hercules..." Agree with you. This is just the best! Must have been one of the first Ragga/Hip-Hop crossovers...
@duzagoboozin
Brilliant tunes! Took me back to The Bassment and Quadrant Park 😜
@yogadaddyjeff
played at the whirl-y-gig in the early '90's - top tune!
@tajnewell
whirl y giggs lol, i lost my mate who came down to visit after we jumped on top of the speakers to dance when the sheets came out...
@babydoc66
At last! I've had this tune in my head for years, esp the intro & 'Hercules' bassline sample. Finally found it - thanks!!
@kayvon_is_likes
Shizz, just read this is Gavin Cheung aka Nookie under the name Main Attraction on production!
@simonlake5183
Big tune. Big remix and has been given the respect its due by being played out and sampled all over the yard. Its just Heavy whatever way you run it.