Don Carlos & Hopeton Lindo - Black History [1982] (With Lyrics)

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Don Carlos a.k.a. Don McCarlos (born Euvin Spencer, 29 June 1952) is a Jamaican reggae singer and composer, who began singing in 1974 as a member of Black Uhuru. He sang alongside Garth Dennis and Derrick Simpson the leader of the trio. Don played a key role in the recordings of the highly acclaimed Love Crisis album, produced by Prince Jammy in 1977 which was later re-released as The Black Sounds of Freedom. After some time finding his sound as a soloist Carlos blossomed in May 1981 releasing the heavy cultural roots album Suffering for Negus Roots.

He has since become very popular in the live scene and has released twelve solo albums working alongside Gold, his backup vocalist and co writer. Some of his most notable albums include Harvest Time, Day to Day Living and Them Never Know a Natty Dread were released in 1982.

Though Carlos' solo peak period was during the 80's dance hall craze he still maintains his roots flavor. In 1988 he recorded Jingle Bells with Glenice Spenser on A Reggae Christmas on RAS Records. In 1990 he re-united as the lead vocal for a Black Uhuru album. Don continues to grow in popularity and still performs all over the world.

Hopeton Lindo grew up in the Kencot community of Kingston, Jamaica. He recorded his 1st song “Black History” in 1979 for producer Mikey “Dread at the Control” Campbell and have since recorded for Music Works, King Tubbys, King Jammys, Two Friends, Cell Block, Heavy Beat, Irie Pen label and others. He produced and recorded his 1st hit song entitled “Territory” in 1987, this song is a genuine classic and continues to be a vital weapon in any dance clash.

He attained his dancehall experience from being a part of the Black Star Int’l sound system crew with Brigadier Jerry, Tiger, Anthony Malvo and others. During his stint at Music Works Studio in the 1980s he established himself as one of the great songwriters in Reggae and was given the name “The Pen” for writing / co-writing hit songs like “Telephone Love” by J.C Lodge, “Mr.Loverman” by Shabba Ranks, “Red Rose for Gregory” by Gregory Isaacs,“Confidential” by Aswad, “First Impression” by Dennis Brown, “Can You” by Brian and Tony Gold, “Temptress” by Maxi Priest, “Wanna be Loved” by Buju Banton, “Don’t Test Me” by Deborahe Glasgow plus many more songs.
Hopeton was honored by ASCAP in 1993 for co-writing “Mr. Loverman” which was among the songs that reached the top ten R&B music charts in 1992. He was also the recipient of the Martins Int’l Songwriter of the Year Award for 1992. Being kept busy behind the scenes, he made the decision to focus on his songwriting and production career.

Special Thanks to Doug Armstrong for assisting with transcribing these lyrics.

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