"One way ticket" is Luciano's fifth album, released in December of 1995. This album was his first on the VP label, which preceded many others.
Track listings 1. "Black Survivor" - Has a very catchy chorus with uplifting verses to a very bassy beat. (4/5)
2. "Chant Down Babylon" - The chorus and the melodies of African drums is by far the best aspect of this song. (4/5)
3. "One Way Ticket" - My favourite song on the whole album. Even though the chorus and verses all have a very conscious message, Luciano's extraordinary vocal skills just captivates the listener. (5/5)
4. "Ragamuffin" - refers to the hardships of the times, with a sort of 'old skool" feel to it even for the 90's! (3/5)
5. "Bounty Lover" (with Lady G) - A classic love song featuring Lady G. Her dancehall style lyrics actually complement Luciano's singing, producing a well put together song. (3/5)
6. "Jah Is Alive" (with Charlie Chaplin) - Promoting Luciano's spiritual side, the song emphasizes the importance of recognising the creator. (4/5)
7. "Nature Boy" - The smoothest song on this album where Luciano sings slower and stronger giving a melancholy feeling to the song. (3/5)
8. "Turn Your Life Around" - Another very conscious message in the chorus of the song but surprisingly upbeat and catchy. (4/5)
9. "Throw Out The Life Line" - A somewhat more grave track as it calls out to the listener to help his/her neighbour in need. (4/5)
10. "Give Thanks" - Here Luciano brilliantly combines his naturally smooth singing with the occasional dancehall mix, with even sound system effects and 'one drops' can be hear on the track. Not to mention, the song fascinating enough is about praising Jah. (5/5)
11. "That's The Way Life Goes" - A very slow song with an unaccredited female vocalist backing Luciano. The song also includes a section where he reflects in a sort of intermission. (3/5)
12. "Some Sweet Day" - On this track Lucaino actually sings in a sort of RnB fashion. (4/5)
13. "Mr. Governor" (with Cocoa Tea) - Pairing up with Coco tea, a legend in his right, produces some rich lyrics and a good melody. (4/5)
14. "Jah" - A very jovial song with a bit of soul whose chorus is so catchy you'll find it irresistible to sing along. (4/5)
The tracks on this album give an overall positive Rasta vibe. Certainly not Luciano's best album, but fails well short of disappointing. I would recommend this album to anyone (Luciano fan or not) who appreciates good roots reggae.
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