Tobago Carnival may be over, but Trendsetter clearly isn't finished bringing the vibes. His latest release, “Take Ah Drink,” feels like one of those songs destined to find a perfect home in the bars, fetes, boat rides, and party circuits leading into Trinidad Carnival 2027.
Let's keep it simple. This song knows exactly what it wants to be with a dose of old-school rhythms and a modern hook to keep the vibes and, more importantly, the drinks flowing.
It's about having a drink, linking up with friends, and enjoying life without overthinking anything. Sometimes the best soca songs aren't complicated. They capture a familiar moment and wrap it in a rhythm people can connect with. That's precisely what Trendsetter does here.
What's the Story?
The video centers around a lively party atmosphere where the cups are full, the music is loud, and the energy keeps building. Whether it's Hennessy, Johnny Walker, or your personal favorite beverage, the message is clear: bring the bottles, bring the crew, and enjoy yourself responsibly.
The visuals capture the communal spirit that Caribbean people love. Friends coming together, sharing a drink, sharing a laugh, and creating memories. That's what makes the video work.
Built for the Party
Written by Adrian Bass Hackshaw and Daren Phillips and produced by A. Hackshaw, the track rides comfortably on the Bumper Sticker Riddim, delivering the kind of infectious groove that works equally well at fetes, bars, boat rides, and family limes.
The visuals reinforce that communal spirit, capturing scenes around a social gathering and highlighting the simple joy of friends coming together to celebrate life.
Final Take
"Take Ah Drink" isn't trying to reinvent soca music. It's doing what good soca has always done: bringing people together and encouraging them to enjoy the moment.
It's fun.
It's simple.
It's relatable.
The rhythm is catchy, the vibe is infectious, and the message is one every Caribbean person understands. Work hard, lime harder, and every now and then... take ah drink.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title: Take Ah Drink
Artist/Performed by: Trendsetter (Daren Phillips)
Album: Bumper Sticker Riddim
Written by Adrian Bass Hackshaw & Daren Phillips
Produced by: A. Hackshaw
Co-produced & mixed by Terrence T-One James
Vocals Recorded by: Gemini Recorded
Mastered by: Madman Johan
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
Genre: CalypSoca 🎶
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