“Ire Feelings (Skanga)” is a landmark 1974 reggae single by Jamaican producer and singer Rupie Edwards. Born Rupert Lloyd Edwards on July 4, 1945, in Goshen, Saint Ann Parish, Jamaica, he moved to Kingston in 1958 and began his music career in the early 1960s. Initially performing with groups like The Ambassadors and The Virtues, Edwards transitioned into production, establishing his own labels, Success and Opportunity, and working with artists such as The Heptones, Johnny Clarke, and Gregory Isaacs. Discogs +7 ZIONWAKE +7 AllMusic +7 Wikipedia +1 AllMusic +1 AllMusic +3 jamaicansmusic.com +3 Wikipedia +3

“Ire Feelings” emerged from Edwards' innovative use of the riddim from Johnny Clarke's “Everyday Wondering.” The track is notable for its experimental production techniques, including the use of unconventional sounds like striking a copper pipe, and the application of echo and reverb effects. Despite limited radio play in the UK, the song resonated with club audiences, propelling it to No. 9 on the UK Singles Chart and marking it as one of the first dub-influenced tracks to achieve mainstream success. AllMusic +4 jamaicansmusic.com +4 AllMusic +4 The Register

The success of “Ire Feelings” was followed by “Leggo Skanga” in 1975, both tracks utilizing the same riddim. These works contributed to the development of dub music and showcased Edwards' role in pioneering the genre. His influence extended beyond music, as he later focused on gospel recordings and continued to impact the reggae scene through his production work. The Register +6 Wikipedia +6 Last.fm +6 ZIONWAKE +1 The Register +1

“Ire Feelings (Skanga)” remains a significant piece in reggae history, exemplifying the genre's evolution and Edwards' innovative spirit.