From http://rapgenius.com/Lee-perry-people-funny-boy-lyrics : ""People Funny Boy” arose in 1968 from Lee “Scratch” Perry’s strained relationship with one time employer, Clement ‘Coxsone’ Dodd. It was through this single that people began to seriously take note of his talent as a vocalist, but particularly as a producer and engineer. It was only the beginning for The Upsetter"
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music_xplosion
From http://rapgenius.com/Lee-perry-people-funny-boy-lyrics : ""People Funny Boy” arose in 1968 from Lee “Scratch” Perry’s strained relationship with one time employer, Clement ‘Coxsone’ Dodd. It was through this single that people began to seriously take note of his talent as a vocalist, but particularly as a producer and engineer. It was only the beginning for The Upsetter"
music_xplosion
"The record also illustrates the shift from Rocksteady to Reggae that was occurring in the 60’s, particularly though the organ shuffle"
Dkayling
Scratch would complain that his family were going hungry because Coxsone hadn't paid him hence the crying babies on the tune.
music_xplosion
@Dkayling Thank you for the additional info. Glad you liked it!