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"Satta Massagana" - The Abyssinians

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The Abyssinians' Rastafari anthem, first cut at Studio One in 1969 and self-released in 1971, built on a melody related to Carlton & the Shoes' "Happy Land"; one of roots reggae's most covered and versioned songs.

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Wikipedia (Satta Massagana); David Katz, Solid Foundation; Discogs.

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