The medicinal benefits of ganja are highlighted on Da Spliff Yah by Cee Gee. It was released in November on the Soviet rhythm, produced by Montego Bay’s Burnout Records.

“The inspiration behind Da Spliff Yah came from friends, especially those who take part in the use of marijuana recreationally, telling me that I need to do a ‘bad weed song’. After listening to the rhythm, I felt that it was the right time to do it,” Cee Gee explained.

This is a change of course for the Portland-born deejay, who has written songs for a number of artistes including Gun Shot by Nicki Minaj and Beenie Man (which was featured on her 2012 Grammy-winning album Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded), We Run Road, Bad Mind People, and Million Gal by Beenie Man. He also wrote Don’t Blame Me by Shenseea and Santigold.

It has been 13 years since Cee Gee (given name Cheston Grossett) began pursuing music professionally.

“I recorded my first released track way back in 2006. My journey can be described as a learning process — working with and recording for some of the top names in the business. I’ve seen where my growth as a writer and performer have improved greatly, to the level where I’m looked to by other professionals for help and guidance,” he said.