SPANISH Town has over the years produced a number of entertainers. The list includes Koffee, Govana, Jahmiel, Skeng, Skull Man, Dirtsman, Papa San, and Lady G.

Don Dappa — who is from the community of Irish Pen — hopes to be among the famous names from the old capital. He makes his debut with the song Act Like Chappa.

“A lot of people will say dancehall music has always been violent but that’s not totally true because back in the day there was more versatility in the music. I can remember the days when we used to hear a lot of fun songs on the radio. I’m talking about songs like General Degree’s Granny, Professor Nuts’ Mama Have Her Own, and Mad Anju’s A Wah Dis Fada. We don’t hear these types of songs anymore,” Don Dappa reasoned.

“We’re living in some very serious times and people need to relax and have fun. When you listen to music it can impact your mental health in a positive or negative way. It all depends on the type of music you listen to and that’s the reason why I choose to make music that will make people laugh,” he continued.

Act Like Chappa, released on September 2, is a co-production between Conroy Smith and Kemar Watson. It was released via Love Star Music/Dark Moon.

“When people hear the title of the song, they think I’m singing about chappin, but as soon as they listen to it they begin to laugh uncontrollably. They have to laugh because my song is amusing. I’m telling them a story about how I’m wearing knock-off clothes and shoes, trying my best to look like a chappa to impress the girls. It’s hilarious,” said Don Dappa.