After much anticipation and even more ‘dreaming’, the independence weekend is here, and with it comes a series of endless parties in Negril at Smirnoff Dream Weekend and Appleton Temptation Isle. We’ve prepared a ‘tempting’ playlist to get you in the mood to party.

Dreaming of you – Beenie Man featuring Alaine

When ‘The Doctor’ Beenie Man and the sultry Alaine collaborated on this dancehall-infused love song, there was no doubt that it would be a sure hit. Needless to say, it is still a hot track for many.

Tempted to touch – Rupee

Rupee burst onto the scene with this sizzling soca-reggae track and the world just loved it! Though this was some time ago, Tempted to touch is still a party favourite.

Hyperventilating – Tami Chynn

We’re still hyperventilating about this edgy reggae-dancehall song, which was once used to promote ATI. It was this track that really secured a place for Tami Chynn in the hearts of many and remains one of her biggest hits.

Dreamin’ – Mavado

Mavado is well known for his uncomplicated lyrics and catchy choruses, but this track caused much controversy with lyrics like “You must be dreamin’, how gyal fi have bad man ah do house cleanin’?”

Tempted to touch – Beres Hammond

When this song hit the airwaves in the early ’90s it was an instant sensation, and is now considered one of Jamaica’s classic ‘lovers-rock’ singles that are appreciated the world over.

One more drink – Ludacris featuring T-Pain

This collaboration between Ludacris and T-Pain humorously explores the ‘what ifs’ and the thought processes that can occur when one has a bit too much to drink.

Sweet dreams – The Eurythmics – lead

British musician Dave Stewart and Scottish frontwoman Annie Lennox (The Eurythmics) catapulted to superstardom in the 1980s with this timeless track. The duo got their commercial breakthrough with the combination of a striking music video, ground-breaking synthesised beats and Annie Lennox’s powerful alto. The electrifying track soon became a worldwide hit and was even listed as one of the 500 greatest songs of all time by Rolling Stone magazine.

Beautiful nightmare – Beyoncé

Beyoncé has always managed to stay current by constantly reinventing herself and her style of music. She experiments with a disco-influenced sound on the club-ready Beautiful nightmare, providing the perfect example of why she is one of the most influential artistes in today’s music.