It was Usain ‘Lightning’ Bolt who drew patrons to the house of green, black and gold in Rio de Janiero on Thursday, but what rendered them transfixed was sweet reggae music crooned by Jamaican Reggae artiste, Nature.
Following Bolt’s last strike on the track for the 200-metre finals on August 18, 2015, a packed Jamaica House eagerly welcomed the St. James native to its stage.
The Konfrontation Band offered the rhythmic accompaniment for every song of peace, love and positivity well received by the responsive crowd even with the threat of rainfall.
Nature delivered a fresh serving of authentic reggae music to satisfy the musical palate of a diverse crowd. Even with the representation of multiple countries, the language barrier was seemingly non-existent as lyrics echoed from patrons.
For the socially conscious, Nature offered from his repertoire, songs like Trying Man and World Peace. Lovers were serenaded with Love You and the feel-good seekers got a taste of Love is Everywhere.
Showing versatility with moments of impassioned falsetto, call and response and even a drum solo, Nature held the attention of the crowd. From modest rocking to frantic hand-waving, patrons held on to every note even when slight drizzle escalated to heavy rainfall.
As the end of the set drew dear, loyal fans screamed requests to which the artiste happily obliged with the seeming favourite, Black Tracks.
To bring the show to a close, Nature borrowed from the repertoires of the legend, Bob Marley, and Luciano, as a precursor to Friday night’s show.
When the last note was sung and Nature made his exit, loud chants and continued singing served as proof of a rain-soaked yet satisfied crowd.
