Carlton and the Shoes
Legend has it the group name was supposed to be Carlton and the Shades
But they fucked up in pressing their first 45 (on high note)
And the name just stuck
First single didn’t do much
Went to Studio One
And in 1968 put out the rocksteady classic love me forever
You’ve probably heard it in one version or another
Carlton’s two brothers were part of The Abbysinians
Responsible for Satta Massagana
Classic Jamaican riddim used thousands of times since
This cut is from 73
And produced by Lee Perry
I’m a sucker for vocal harmonies
And these are some of the best
Bass bangs if you’ve got the right setup
Plus the message seems appropriate
Better days are coming, for you…and me
Yes Lee Scratch Perry
Everyone may now carry on eulogizing the great Mr Prine
