5th Element

Bounty Killer | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 19, 1999)
• Original Release Date: October 19, 1999
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Tvt
• ASIN: B00000JZ26
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #223,297 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The poor people governor has returned..., October 20, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: 5th Element (Audio CD)

Finally the Killa has returned with an album worthy of his name. After the disappointing Next Millenium, I was concerned that the ill-advised foray into dancehall/rap fusion would continue. I have nothing against that kind of experimentation, just do it well, and don't let it distract you from making solid tracks for the top shottas as well... ANYWAY, this album is a welcome return to Bounty's roots - pure dancehall. Granted, if you've been buying mixtapes in the last year, you've heard many of these tracks already, but nevertheless they are all about what Bounty does well - social commentary mixed with blazing production and the frequent proclamation of himself as the #1 deejay pon de scene. Bounty makes numerous references to corruption amongst Jamaica politicians and police, reminiscent of his strongest tracks from days gone by. Even when he breaks out the gun talk lyrics, they are used more to describe the reality of life in his home district of Seaview, and other areas of Kingston and Jamaica, than as an invitation for listeners to embrace slackness... All in all, a relief and a pleasure to see the poor people governor back. Incidentally, try to find a copy of the album which includes the bonus track "Look" (banned by government-run Jamaican radio) - one of the best tracks on the album.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars someone is really taking a good approach to reggae music, November 27, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: 5th Element (Audio CD)

this new album was well putt together, and is a must have. Killer made sure that he had different styles for everyone and he made sure that he made all the moves he needed to make to get the album out. this album will reach "gold' status in a few weeks, its getting much love and will continue to get love jah guide

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Bounty once again proclaim his dominance of the reggae scene, November 9, 1999

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Charles Washington, Jr. (Hempstead, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 5th Element (Audio CD)

This is truly worth getting if you are any type of dancehall fan. Bounty is no doubt the leader of the dancehall scene and he proves it with this album. This one is a pure reggae LP. Fifth element includes the hit "Look" on the bug riddin' which is banned in Jamaica. Also Anytime and Mr. Wanna Be which you could pump up the volume when you listen. Also for the conscious minded, there are couple tracks with Barrington Levy and Junior Reid. Trust me, this album is worth it, was well worth the wait since Millenium.