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Gyptian
Gyptian, born Windel Beneto Edwards, started performing in local talent shows in Jamaica. His 2005 single 'Hold You' became a hit, topping charts and gaining...
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Love Against The Wall
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Mama
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One More Time
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African Prize
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All On Me
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Be Alright
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Beautiful Lady
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Beng Beng (Bang Bang)
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Black Skin
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Bring It On
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Dagger Thru My Heart
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Driver
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Girl I Love You
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Girls Dem Love Me
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Girls To My Heart
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Gyallis Story
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Gyptian, born Windel Beneto Edwards, started performing in local talent shows in Jamaica. His 2005 single 'Hold You' became a hit, topping charts and gaining him international recognition. The song's success came from his vocal style, which drew on reggae and dancehall influences.
He has released other tracks like 'Beautiful Lady' and 'Wine Slow', which continue to be popular in his catalog. In 2011, he faced an arrest for cocaine possession, which brought some negative attention, but he kept working afterward.
His music includes a mix of soulful ballads and more energetic rhythms, with collaborations involving producers like Shane Hoosong and Christopher Birch. Songs such as 'Rise And Live' and 'More And More' reflect this range, though he hasn't had another breakout on the scale of 'Hold You'.
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