The lyrics tell a vivid story of a woman whose beauty and "tights and stocking" are so captivating that they cause literal chaos on the streets of Kingston.
From Half Way Tree to Three Mile, vehicles are "jacked up" and sidewalks are blocked.
Born in Manchester, Jamaica, General Degree rose to prominence in the late 1980s. Known for his vocal versatility and "monotone flow," he has a knack for blending sexually suggestive double entendres with lighthearted humor. Beyond "Traffic Blocking," his catalog includes massive hits like "Granny," "Pianist," and "When I Hold You Tonight" .
The song celebrates confidence and style, urging listeners to "fling foot inna di air" if they know they have the power to stop traffic. About General Degree
Produced by the legendary for Main Street Records, "Traffic Blocking" is built on the iconic Filthy Riddim . The beat is characterized by its driving, bass-heavy tempo and a signature melodic hook sampled from the 1895 classic "Streets of Cairo". General Degree's delivery—a mix of humorous storytelling and sharp, rhythmic deejaying—turned the track into a global dancehall staple. The Story: More Than Just a Jam
Even the police sergeant sent to clear the road finds himself unable to "handle the crowd" once he sees the source of the commotion.
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The lyrics tell a vivid story of a woman whose beauty and "tights and stocking" are so captivating that they cause literal chaos on the streets of Kingston.
From Half Way Tree to Three Mile, vehicles are "jacked up" and sidewalks are blocked. The lyrics tell a vivid story of a
Born in Manchester, Jamaica, General Degree rose to prominence in the late 1980s. Known for his vocal versatility and "monotone flow," he has a knack for blending sexually suggestive double entendres with lighthearted humor. Beyond "Traffic Blocking," his catalog includes massive hits like "Granny," "Pianist," and "When I Hold You Tonight" . Known for his vocal versatility and "monotone flow,"
The song celebrates confidence and style, urging listeners to "fling foot inna di air" if they know they have the power to stop traffic. About General Degree About General Degree Produced by the legendary for
Produced by the legendary for Main Street Records, "Traffic Blocking" is built on the iconic Filthy Riddim . The beat is characterized by its driving, bass-heavy tempo and a signature melodic hook sampled from the 1895 classic "Streets of Cairo". General Degree's delivery—a mix of humorous storytelling and sharp, rhythmic deejaying—turned the track into a global dancehall staple. The Story: More Than Just a Jam
Even the police sergeant sent to clear the road finds himself unable to "handle the crowd" once he sees the source of the commotion.
