generic riddims by Wailers

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rokkimake
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generic riddims by Wailers

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In his book, Dub, Michael E. Veal writes following (p.103):

...the Wailers composed many popular riddims during their Island years (1972-1981), a number of which were recorded by other artist, and which eventually entered the canon of generic riddims.

I was somewhat puzzled over that statement. So I checked through Rhythm Wise booklets and there were 'Hypocrites' and 'Keep On Moving', but these are pre Island era.
Then I checked the great RiddimDatabase, only to notice that Marley tunes were versioned a lot in the 90's, but not so much in those golden years ('75-'85).

'My Conversation', 'Heavenless', 'Peanut Vendor' surely are generic riddims, but what about Wailers on Island?
Well Charge

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Post by Well Charge »

Heathen was used by I Roy in the "golden years". To tell you the truth, I can't think of many others.
aabey

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Post by aabey »

Thank you Jah?

Kaya?
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