I never really listened to this post properly until I happened to be spring cleaning the house with my sister many, many years ago. We needed the music loud to push us along as we worked. I was so shocked by the lyrics. I did not realize just how explicit they were? At that time, I knew of the bawdy recorded comedies of Eddy Murphy who I understand had nothing on Redd Fox and Lenny Bruce in their day.
This song, Ram Ram is much more than the simple exploits of a woman in complete control of her sexuality, it is also a nod and wink to women generally.
Once I got over my initial shock, I then wanted to know as much as possible about this woman who sang the song. There is nothing definate that I do know, but I consider her a brave songstress.
Some may say that people like Foxy Brown and Lil Kim are as raunchy and memorable well, but I personally think that they have nothing on this lady and her delivery.
She gets to the quick of it all, with vigor and sass. It is rude and typical of the innovation of Jamaican music.
Does it liberate women or put them in a position of cliche? You be the judge.
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