Image via YouTube music video © Kris Persad & Rich "Shan" Persad.
Everyone all over the world takes time out to rest and relax. Not so in Trinidad and Tobago; instead, we choose to "lime"! We explain this Trini phenomenon for those who are unfamiliar with Trinidad. Liming is a Trini activity that emphasizes doing nothing, creating a feel-good environment, sharing food, drink, and picong, and elevating the term "hang out" to a new level! Today we present a newly released song from "KI and The Band" titled "Liming"! We know you will like the song, but we hope our writings about it and this cultural phenomenon put a smile on your face.
If you share the sentiment of "liming," you've come to the right place. Today, you can enhance the art of doing nothing in style with a song that adds a unique vibe to the session. The infectious rhythms will captivate the audience. Kris Persad and Rich "Shan" Persad's superb production of "KI The Band" brings the spirit of Carnival to life, leading us to assume that they drew inspiration for this music release.
The lyrical content of this song resonates with the idea that no one desires to return home to perform any tasks. The team of Kris Persad and Rich "Shan" Persad delivered with their writing skills; yes, the lyrics are on point. However, Nikholai Green of NMG Music deserves recognition for his excellent production work.
We love to have a wonderful time, and Liming is the key to achieving that goal in Trinidad and Tobago. The song delivers on the promise of having that wonderful time, letting go, and creating memories that could last a lifetime. Once the lime fades, it's time to fête—the real lime is about to begin.
At Sokah2Soca, we love the vibe, the rhythm, and the general feel of "Liming" by "Ki & The Band." Now, press play, turn up the volume, and let the music set the mood for your next liming session.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Liming
Artist/Performed by: KI & The Band
Produced by: Kris Persad & Rich “Shan” Persad
Written by: Kris Persad & Rich “Shan” Persad
Mixed & Mastered by: Nikholai Green of NMG Music
Background Vocals by: Kris Persad, Stefan “Jaxx” Bindoo, Miguel Maestre
Additional Writing by: Stefan “Jaxx” Bindoo
Additional Bass and Bass Arrangement: Miguel Charles Music from A Team Band
Studio Engineer: Vocals recorded by: Rich Persad | Room 2 - Toronto
Executive Producer: Veerendra “Cappy” Persad & Kris Persad
Cover Art: D3viant Media | Demetri Ramlogan
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca
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