Teejay's is a contemporary reimagining of the classic 1991 "Hot This Year" riddim, originally popularized by the late dancehall artist Dirtsman . This remix was featured in the Hot This Year Riddim Remixes Pack , released around May 2024 by Primetime Musiq . Musical Background and Legacy
The original "Hot This Year" riddim, produced by Phillip Smart and Bobby Digital in the early 1990s, is considered a cornerstone of golden-era dancehall. It famously featured hits like: by Dirtsman "Day-O" by Frankie Paul "Pose Off" by Red Fox and Screechie Dan Teejay’s "Draco" Remix Teejay - Draco (Hot This Year Riddim Remix)
By blending Teejay's modern flow with a 90s classic beat, the remix bridges the gap between old-school foundation and contemporary "drift" dancehall styles. Teejay's is a contemporary reimagining of the classic
Teejay’s "Draco" was originally released in 2019 on the , produced by Chimney Records . The 2024 remix by Primetime Musiq lifts Teejay’s aggressive vocal delivery and places it over the legendary "Hot This Year" instrumentation. It famously featured hits like: by Dirtsman "Day-O"
The track features gritty, "badman" lyricism typical of modern dancehall, with Teejay referencing firearm precision (the "Draco") and street dominance.