Desmond Dekker & The Aces, Jimmy Cliff - You Can Get It If You Realy Want Wild World

Review by Katherine de Heer

Desmond Dekker & The Aces, Jimmy Cliff's album "You Can Get It If You Realy Want Wild World" is a classic reggae album that showcases the best of the genre. The album features a collection of tracks that are both upbeat and introspective, exploring themes of love, loss, and the struggles of everyday life.

The album opens with the title track "You Can Get It If You Really Want," a classic reggae anthem that encourages listeners to persevere in the face of adversity. The track features Dekker's signature smooth vocals, backed by a grooving rhythm section and a catchy horn section.

Other standout tracks on the album include "Israelites," which was a massive hit for Desmond Dekker & The Aces in the late 1960s. The track features a driving ska rhythm, with Dekker's vocals soaring over the top. "Many Rivers to Cross" is another standout track, with Jimmy Cliff's soulful vocals taking center stage over a stripped-down acoustic backing.

Summary by Katherine de Heer

"You Can Get It If You Realy Want Wild World" is an essential album for any reggae fan. It showcases the best of the genre, with catchy hooks, uplifting messages, and soulful performances from some of reggae's greatest artists.