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March 30, 2006
The Birth of Mafia House Productions - Beenie, D'Angel & Don Mafia
By: Claude Mills
Photos By: Carlington Wilmot
 Family is forever. That's the main reason that Beenie Man, the self-proclaimed King of the Dancehall, has formed his very own production house, Mafia House Productions. In this venture, he will be the Capo di tutti capi (boss of bosses) of a group of talented artistes that will include D'Angel, real 'stand-up' guys like Don Mafia, and Hugh Lynch the studio engineer.
"In February last year, we registered the domain name, Don Mafia for the website, and we have gradually put things into play. My upcoming album has a lot of Mafia House-produced tracks, and with Angel coming on board, it compliments the whole thing. Director Nordia Rose is also a key part of the whole thing, we seek out and get the best talent...ah Mafia House ting," Beenie Man told YardFlex.Com.
Beenie Man, who is a Grammy winning artiste signed to Virgin Records, is intent on establishing Mafia House as a big player in the international dancehall market, and is seeking out talented artistes who can help to form the core of what will be a powerful new force in the business.
"It is already in the works where Mafia House will be signed to an international label, even Scott Starks wants to sign us now because he is so confident in what we have to offer, but we want to build an independent company, and then carry what we have built in to a major record company...we are not going to run into anyone," Beenie said confidently.
"Mafia House Productions is a lyrical continent, some man have lyrical content, we have the lyrical continent...Content is just a small place inna St. Elizabeth," he quipped.
One key member of Mafia House is Hugh Lynch, a.k.a Nose, known for his innovative beats and his uncanny instinct for hit rhythms, who will be the main engineer behind the productions. However, the media buzz presently surrounds the red-hot rookie to the Dancehall Game, Angel, who is Beenie Man's latest protege'.
"I feel very good about the whole thing, I am very excited to be on board. Last year was a productive year for me, and this year is shaping up to be even better, hooking up with Moses, he can take my career to a new level," Angel said.
Angel shot into the public eye last year with her hit single, 'Downtown Girl Living an Uptown Life' that established her as an artiste in her own right.
"It's just a blessing what I have been able to accomplish, and a lot of obstacles that I faced along the way only served to make me stronger," she said.
She will be working on her debut album which has been tentatively entitled, 'Blessed Child' on which she will be working with top-notch local and overseas producers.
"I have met Scott Starks, the real big man, and I am looking forward to meeting, and possibly working with Jermaine Dupri in the future, Beenie is opening a lot of doors for me, I admire his work ethic and his no-nonsense approach to the music, he is taking my career to extreme heights," Angel said.
Asked about the challenges she will face working with Mafia House Productions, she responded confidently:
"I am ready for the war, ready for the challenge, I know that doing this project with Beenie Man may attract some amount of opposition from people, but just looking at Beenie's life, he's been through a lot, and he has persevered, and succeeded at the highest level, he is a fighter, I am a fighter, and I know that Mafia House Productions will be a huge success."
Angel and Beenie Man will be shooting a video for the radio hit, 'One Man', a combination single on the Global rhythm that has been blowing up all over FM radio in Jamaica.
"There will definitely be more combinations in store for the future, and Beenie is always supportive, he did a few ad libs, and the intro for my latest single, 'Death Row' and we are looking forward to working together on many more projects in the future," she said.
In the meantime, the boss will be ensuring that his very own 'Cosa Nostra', Mafia House Productions explodes with a bang in the marketplace.
"We're going to do it real big, we're going to use my Hummer as a promotional vehicle for Mafia House, ah mad ting, dem caan deal wid it, everyting billias," he said, with his trademark chuckle.
Beenie Man's long-time 'consigliere', Don Mafia, the man who has penned a number of hits including last year's runaway hit 'One Bag a Lie', may also play an integral part in the project.
Beenie Man is confident that the project will not distract him too much from his contractual obligations to Virgin Records which will release his 'Undisputed' album - the fourth of a five-album deal -- in June this year.
"My time with Virgin has been sweet, I have been able to go around the world, without Virgin, that would not have been possible, because of Virgin, mi tour the world twice, 13 years straight, mi a perform all over the world, from the top to the bottom, but as soon as mi album deal is over, ah it that, mi a sign Mafia House to a major international label," he said.
Posted by yardFlex at March 30, 2006 09:45 AM
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Posted by: rain
on March 30, 2006 12:55 PM
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Keep up the good work, keep humble and seek out Genuineness... Much love, Peace.
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Posted by: Natalie
on March 30, 2006 06:49 PM
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I am interested to see how this label will turn out I know Beenieman is a genius when it comes to the music business but not very good at picking girlfriends. I am not surprise that Angel is dating Beenieman because he's probably the only 'rich' man between New York Jamaica and miami, but I was very surprise that Mose would take up Bounty's garbage and get engaged to it. Mose darling I know you always need someone to lean on thats why you stayed with Carlene even when you knew she was cheating on you and I know Angel might remind you of her because they are the same low class but trust me even Bounty was too good for Angel.
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Posted by: Asha
on March 31, 2006 08:32 AM
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Moses is talented and this new adventure will be a great accomplishment for our gramy winning artist.. as for his personal life that is what it should be... now my statement to all who are against this relationship, Moses & Rodney are not relatives or friends for that matter so what difference does it make because they share the same profession they are not allowed to date the same women. My question to all is if you meet someone that you are interested in and then you happen to find out that your ex works in the same business and they see each other because of this you would give up your happiness? if so I feel very sorry for you because you nor God run your life people do. Rodney & D'Angel are not together and Bennie has found comfort with her so people can we be happy for then and let them live in peace how many of you can say the man you are with is your first and only man you have ever been with... so does that make you a dirty/nasty person? so leave the people alone who is Rodney just a man just like Bennie don't let fame fool you.
P.S Stop use people fat and fry D'Angle she is not Carlene.
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Posted by: fab.
on March 31, 2006 09:14 AM
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I was very surprise that Moses would take up Bounty's garbage and get engaged to it.
THIS IS A RIGHT TING!!!
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Posted by: winsome
on March 31, 2006 12:03 PM
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dear Natalie good day to you,a friendly advices to you come off of D'Angel name and go get a life ,its people like you give other decent jamaican a very bad name.If you cant say good dont say any ting you dont know what the futher hold for you so start show some love.dont you see bounty song represent himself and is fan"CROSS,ANGRY IGNORANT,MISARABLE" HE could not have said it any better for its the trut!!!.And meck me ask you bad mind people one big question how much album bounty done?how much of them you buy and a mean buy original copy not burn I lived in london and when I came to jamaica last year all I see on the street was burn CD some time I wonder if the DJ then sell any record out there.The fact still remain D'Angel is a human bean she is not going around heating no one she is living her life and can tell you heater this she is living a good life its even gets Better when she left bounty and it is grate now .MAKE ME ASK YOU NATALIE A BIG QUESTION YOU THINK BOUNTY WOULD WANT HO PLEASE ,I DONT THINK HE WOULD EVEN SPIT ON YOU EVEN IF YOU WERE ON FIRE .ALL OF YOU TALKING ABOUT BOUNTY IF YOU SEE HIM ON THE STREE AND SAY HI HE MIGHT INSULT YOU BECAUSE THAT WHO HE HIS,I dont mean to sound like you passing remarks but I have to state the fact.this is comming from london uk D'Angel continue to do your good music and leave then to god.wellcome lady PM Portia peace and love ,god blessing and to D'Angel.yardflex 1 love to you all.
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Posted by: winie
on March 31, 2006 12:17 PM
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GO Angel your are the real lady ,your are saying more than number 1 ,you look so good moses too you two are the real star.any way good bye for now got to go do my shopping and blast my D'Angel CD in my car on the way.
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Posted by: arrow
on March 31, 2006 01:22 PM
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big up beenie and d,angel
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Posted by: loy
on April 4, 2006 10:57 AM
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Big u beenie and D'Angle, i admire you guys, and i am praying for u both to be happy and loving.. Although i was upset at the fact that D'Angel was Bounty's "one time girl", but he doesn't own her so she is able to date any one she wants, but i wanted Beenie man first, u beat me to it. Good luck girl, and please take good care of him, i love him too.
Big up and good wishes.
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Posted by: sweets
on April 4, 2006 02:01 PM
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Well D'Angel if you think you can manage the challenges and obstacles of this new record label then go for it and indeed you have help from moses so guaranteed you are on your way to sucess. Congrats!
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Posted by: Asha
on April 4, 2006 03:21 PM
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Winsome I understand u are defending the situation at hand but honestly this is why Jamaicans and Jamaicans can't reach too far.. instead of showing hate to Natalie why wouldn't you educate her on how dark she sound or give her a situation she could relate to so she could understand what she is saying is mean and ignorant... Hate only breads more hate how about we make a change and show love so we can bring more love.... If we start with ourself great things can happen.. see times have change a women is running Jamaica.. lets see what the future hold more love....
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Posted by: coolmugs
on April 5, 2006 02:06 PM
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They are just player hating. Beenieman and D'angel i wish both of you all the luck in the world in every thing
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Posted by: Natalie
on April 5, 2006 11:42 PM
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I am not hating on Angel I am Just expressing my opinion and I happen to know her personally and truely have nothing against her. I just think Beenieman could have done a whole lot better and I am not surprise that he would sleep with her but marry I really dont think so. Hes not very smart when it comes to women and can be easily fooled but I didnt know he was such an idiot. Angel didnt leave bounti, Bounti left her because he was tired of her cheating ways if you did a survey between Jamaica, New york, Miami And California U would know that Angel and lexus ex-wife are. I dont think bounti is mad, Trust me I know him personally, I think he's having a good laugh at Beenie. Angel if he marrys u I will lift my hat off to you and stop being a saint, good luck girl.
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Posted by: sacha
on April 6, 2006 12:43 AM
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Natalie i've agreed with u 100%. I personaly disagree with some of those views ,they sounds ever so fake as if it as been set up to do ! i dont see in what way ure humiliating angels bad caracter nor being an ignorant person in fact ur views r truethful and logical. May i say u can wish one's well , and still point out Good ! Bad ! Wrong or Right! whatever . I can see revenge from those two for the bounty killa . That angel she is a very deceitful girl who as a lack of dignity, for her to have just left out of a many years relationship with bounty and to have gone to start up another relation with his biggest rival in history so YES ! i strongly believe this relationship is improper and No i'm not trying to build contentions this girl needs counciling " infact they both needs counciling" They both are provoking the Killer !!! ANGEL has no class ! She honestly should be ashamed of her reactions !but it seem's like she's suffering from Post Stress Depression , and she needs someone to slew bounty with and that right match could only be beenie man ! I think these two people both ave d same qualities.
Thanx2 u YardFlex
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Posted by: angel
on April 21, 2006 05:36 PM
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dem mek it an mi luv d'angel style cause a angel me name 2 not 2 mention mr.b luv it luv it luv it...
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Posted by: banton
on April 22, 2006 01:07 PM
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angel n bennieman got the same motive trying 2 hurt de killa be real angel has been with bounty for years so she knows his feelings towards bennie so its one of 2 tings either she is a slut or just trying 2 hurt killa - bennie on the other hand is just trying 2 get one over de killa which shows his obsession with de killa.bounty continues to show his class by not paying dem much mind.and soon they will both get bored and angel will be left with no dignity and bennie will be de old dog tun swine.angel i know u most stop n wonder wat u ave done but its too late so just take de glory cause it wont last long and to bennie u are just a gal clown rememba carlene
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Posted by: cutie
on April 26, 2006 03:03 PM
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dear Winsome, i couldn't help but wonder how the hell you are going to actually attempt to "Cuss" Natalie and you can't even spell properly, and you had the nerve to even mention that you lived in London. You ought to be ashamed of yourself girl! Take my advice Winsome, pick up a copy of a Webster's Dictionary and make it your best friend, then you can write negative comments with pride.One more thing, leave Killa alone! I think he is a real man;Beenie has low self-esteem that's why he is always with girls like Carlene and Angel. He wouldn't know a real woman even if she was standing right in front of his face!Proof-read your comments before posting them on the internet. I thought they had some of the best schools in England but you proved me wrong!
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Posted by: cutie
on April 27, 2006 10:51 AM
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come to think of it, i am sorry for Angel.She needs some kind of counselling.She is caught in the middle of this rivalry with Beenie and Bounty that has been going on for as long as i can remember.Angel was with Bounty for 7 years. Her career wasn't really going anywhere then but now she is with Beenie she is blowin' up. Does anyone know what went on with Angel and Bounty why she is so bitter towards him? Please post your comments because i'm curious to know.
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Posted by: Geoff
on April 27, 2006 03:26 PM
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Well I personally don't know D'Angel but I know Beenyman and Bounty killer. They have been on different side of the fence from 85. They are always trying to diss, and out do each other and also trying to be the bigger man. I thing is childish. On the other hand it may just be apart of the Jamaican Culture.
Anyway The only time I got the impression that they had united was when the War Disciple (Merciless) kill both a them and Ninger Man too all at Sting 2000.
My personal opinion about Beenyman and D'Angel it's all a media hype that will advance Beenyman and D'Angel career at the expense of Bounty Killer. So Mr Bounty don't worry yourself it seems she wasn't good enough for you, so you left her azz or pressure her azz to flee. So if Beeny want to take up - "you what left"- and believe its the best thing him ever have, then more power to him. Wish them well and don't consider it a hype on you.
I however think D'Angel need to stop reminding the public about her reasons for been out of your life. She need to stop giving the impression that you were unkind to her. It shows her level of immaturity, insecurity and illeteracy. If she finally find love its there business.
I remember the war between NAS and Jay-Z. J went and F... NAS baby mother and did a dis record about it. NAS just cooled left her AZZ and recently married the most beautiful and respected black lady in the USA music business.
SEE U ALL
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Posted by: cutie
on May 1, 2006 01:07 PM
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people,people i did some research recently and found out that Angel was living with Killa for quite a few years.My question is why the hell did she stay in the relationship if she thought he treated her so bad?it is obvious that she is a gold-digger and an opportunist.What Beenie needs to know is "the same way he Fu***ed her away from Killa is the same way a next man with more money and status will Fu**** her away from him."They have a public relationship so they are headed for a very public BREAK-UP!Angel said Beenie is going to introduce her to Jermaine Dupri and other people in the music biz,Beenie,WATCH-OUT! remember "unfair game play twice"and "what goes around comes around"By the way, where was Angel when Beenie recently hooked up with American Idol winner,Fantasia?and where was Angel when the African girl from New York had him on Lock?Angel,stay under the Bed where you belong.
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Posted by: European chick
on May 2, 2006 11:18 AM
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Beenieman is a pathetic excuse for a man.For someone who has been in the music industry and reached such high status in life should be able to pick a decent,well brought-up,and intelligent woman.Instead, he picked up the falling Angel that Bounty Killa dumped in the trash!Hello, something must have been going right for her to stayed in an abusive relationship with Killa for seven years.She is nothing but a gold-digger!
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Posted by: tranquility
on May 14, 2006 07:38 AM
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On the surface It appears as though Beenie made a wrong move by dating D'angel, being that there is so much animosity between him and Bounty. After reading several interviews and heard what had to be said by D'angel and Beenie. I am very happy for the couple I wish them peace and happiness. It would be nice if everyone could hold their tongues and negativity and just allow these people to hold on the the limited privacy they do have. Unfortunately for Beenie, being who he is, he will always live a very public private life. This comes with the territory and I think his unquenchable thirst for wanting to get as much attention as possible only fuels this love affair the media has with him and his love life. Beenie I am a loyal fan of yours please please please exercise some humility. I know that after the crash you had an angel over you. Now God has given you a personal angel. I don't know D'angel's character and that is not my business. If you find happiness together that is beautiful thing and I have nothing but love and good wishes for you both. And I don't care what any one says about D'angel from reading her interviews she seems quite articulate, confident, beautiful and very happy with her life presently so I am happy for her and Beenie and their expected bundle of Joy. It seems both individuals have been through some hardships and if they find happiness and peace together I think we should encourage that and be happy for them. I am so sick and tired of seeing not just Jamaicans finding new ways to further divide our already too divided and loveless society. For once lets trying giving a little love . Black people are just so sickening sometimes it pains us to see others happy and well off. Karma is the big equalizer in Life so if someone attain something through unscrupulous means , what goes up must come down so there is no need to hate because you get back what you give out. Beenie please don't allow the media and people's negativity to dictate your life. You seem to have a good thing going protect and cherish it. Please stop talking about your relationship and be humble, guard your words and actions wisely because there are alot haters out there so don't give them any more reason to hate. Big ups to Beenie and D'angel.
One Love !
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Posted by: Beverley Hall
on June 12, 2006 02:53 PM
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People stop acting like bounty is any saint!what you wanted the Angel to do stay with with him and accept the abused like what some of your mothers been through and thouhgt it was o.k.
That's the reason why your'e so jealous because she left his sorry ASS.
LEAVE her alone and let her be happy and find a life for your self,some of you probably doing worst than what your accusing her of doing.Futher more it's her body.Are you soap and wash cloth?Hop off her fender and take care of your dirty laundry.
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Posted by: moya
on July 6, 2006 10:39 AM
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oh my God i've been a fan of Beenie for forever n a day now and i dont plan on stop supportin him in this lifetime.. so big up mafia house more suceesful
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Posted by: Alliance Baby Girl
on August 31, 2006 05:41 PM
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U guys are crosssssssss more than d killa himself. N E Ways...
Natalie and Sacha u guys know wat u talking about. D'angel is a little b*tch from Catherine, she dun out Spanish Town and a come gwaan like she a goodas gal round here cuz she have beenie beside her.
She is such a dum a$$$$$$.
If Killa did a abuse her fi 7 years he did not hold her for her to be with him still. She is just a GOLD DIGGER, stupid Bit@h
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Posted by: sweet trini
on January 23, 2007 09:15 AM
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gwan with your bad mind alliance b*tch.. you jus jealous
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Posted by: Mary
on February 8, 2007 07:51 PM
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I think Beenie Man should have found someone who isn't in the music business. A decent young lady who could be looked up on by everyone and not someone most of the public is now degrading. With or without D'angel he would have still been the same person. Any way every man has the right to choose who they think is most best for them.
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Posted by: Marie Thorpe
on April 20, 2007 08:53 AM
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All the person/s commenting bad about D'Angel & Beenie man are entitled to your own opinion but why cant you let people be and stop trying to tarnish them.
Some of you who are taking about bad things about people lives are far worst off than them. They are people like us and people who deserves to live their lives in peace.
Some a onnu need to go get a life and let others be!!
D'Angel & Beenie - Just do onnu thing. The most important thing is happiness and guess what,, u guys have two shilling.
Bless
I am so disgusted with some of the comments.
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Posted by: Tia Maria
on April 24, 2007 08:27 PM
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Alliance Baby Girl -
U know seh a full time onnu fi come offa people name? All like you who are taking about D-Angel need to look into your live and see if something nuh wrong with u.
The girl is talented regardless from earlier days and have her dollars, so what?? Some want reach the top and cant cause onnu badmind and cant reach no where.
Is full time this stop man. Bway, trust me, onnu comments tell others exactlly what you guys really about.!!!! BADMINE,,, ONNU BETTA PRAY FI ONNU SELF!!
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Posted by: Alicia
on May 3, 2007 12:22 PM
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What can i say? Beenie IS the King of the Dancehall. Over the years, many artistes have risen but most have fallen. I think Beenie has made it in this cut-throat industry because he is persistent, smart & dedicated to his music.
He has come under fire from the public concerning his "beef" with Bounty, who has been attacking him lyrically over the years. We all know the reason for that. Bounty is just one of many who hate to see others prosper. Not many people realise how dificult it is to put words together, let alone combine them to make a meaningful song. Some of us can't even make a complete sentence yet we criticise DJs.
Beenie Man was, is and will forever be my #1 artiste. He has accomplished more than what many people will achieve in a million lifetimes. And to add to his many awards, he now has a blushing new bride, D'Angel. She completes him. They look good together. I'd say pefect but no1 is. They're now the couple of the decade. The envy of most who will never find happiness.
We should all wish them success and stop hating. Some say she couldn't reach the top when she was with Bounty so she switched to Beenie. Our hearts don't pick, choose and refuse who to fall in love with. None of us has any control over that. Bounty just wasn't good for her. I don't think he knows what he had. He had a gem, a diamond, but he wouldn't know it even if it was in his eye balls. Men never know what they have until its gone. She was just a diamond in the rough. Beenie found her and polished her off. Now that she glistening Bounty's jealous. He's just acting like a badminded spoiled brat.
I love Beenie but this ongoing thing with Bounty and his "disciples" has to stop. He is in a league by himself and clashing with an idiot like Bounty is degrading his status. If he ignores those "crabs inna barrel" he'll gain more respect from the public.
I urge him to continue making good music for the ladies and PLEASE don't let stupid people comme between him and his family.
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