This is a terrific statement from the self-styled king of ska. All the classics are here including ''Mother Pepper'', ''Unity'' and ''007''. I particularly like ''It Pays'' which I find absolutely beautiful. Desmond Dekker had such an angelic and perfect voice. His voice is like a choir voice, innocent and childlike. ''Mother Young Gal'' also appears. Desmond Dekker is an artist not given the merit that some others receive for even measly contributions. Dekker had a personalised style and sound. His music holds up over time. I actually personally think his music sounds better to me now after listening to it for the first time when I was visiting Scotland and I fell in love with his music for its unmistakable charm.
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