Having over 3,000 references in music across several genres, Usain Bolt’s legendary impact on the culture in addition to athletics is undeniable. As we continue to explore his influence we look at a few more top references to the iconic athlete in music among deejays.
Dancehall sensation Pablo YG may be among the new generation of artistes, however, he shows his respect for Bolt’s legendary status and likens his aspirations of greatness to Bolt’s historic feats.
Last Man Standing -Vybz Kartel
Arguably, one of, if not THE MOST notorious Usain Bolt reference among local songs, “Last Man Standing,” a Vybz Kartel diss record to then-rival Mavado, was released hours following their iconic musical clash at the Dancehall stage show “Sting” in 2009.
The track sees Kartel accuse “Gully Gad” of hastily retreating from their on-stage battle and defaulted victory, which is heard in the intro “Di bwoy run like a wounded dog Bruck Usain record, don’t run.“
One of Koffee’s earlier songs before her big break in music- “Legend,” is a dedicatory track neatly packaged in a captivating reggae ballad of gratitude to honour the track icon.
Popcaan -“We Still a Win remix”
Popcaan customised his hit single- “We Still a Win,” to honour the living legend following his historic three-peat, which was completed at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Although the essence of this Chronixx classic is to highlight the beauty and grace of Jamaica and its people, the Reggae singer references Bolt among the country’s world-leading greatness in different fields.
Similar to fellow dancehall star Popcaan, music icon Elephant Man remixed his hit singe “Nuh linga” a track dedicated to Usain Bolt and the Olympic team following the “gold rush” in 2008 at the Beijing Olympics.
The compilation remains a minute sample of the hundreds of songs and thousands of references about the exploits of the Jamaican track legend.
Although Bolt has retired, his dominance and impact on the track will forever be a source of inspiration and marvel across all spheres of society.
