Glen Washington - wanna be loved

Review by Peter Bushaway

Album Review: Glen Washington’s Wanna Be Loved – Roots Reggae That Punches Hard Yo, if you're into reggae that hits like a gut punch and sticks to your ribs, Glen Washington's Wanna Be Loved is the real deal. Released in 2004 under VP Records (yeah, those legends), this album doesn’t mess around. It’s raw, it’s rootsy, and it slaps harder than most of what passes for "reggae" these days. The vibes are straight fire, but don’t expect no sugarcoating here—this isn’t some beachy chill-out session. Nah, Glen’s bringing the thunder. Let’s cut to the chase: two tracks stand out so hard they’re practically etched into my brain. First up, “Viper.” Man, this tune rips. It’s got that gritty bassline that feels like it’s crawling up your spine, and Glen’s voice? Damn near haunting. He’s spitting truths about betrayal and deceit with a delivery that makes you feel every damn word. You can tell he ain’t just singing—he’s living this shit. Every time this track drops, I’m locked in. No distractions. Just me and the venomous groove. Then there’s “Breath of Life.” This one sneaks up on you. Starts off smooth, almost too mellow, but then BAM—it flips into something deeper. The lyrics hit different when you’re going through some heavy stuff, trust me. It’s not all sunshine and roses; it’s more like a lifeline when life’s kicking your ass. And yeah, maybe I’ve replayed this one way too many times during late-night drives when the world felt like it was caving in. Call me basic, but damn, it works. Now, let’s talk flow. The album repeats a few tracks (cough “On & On” cough), which might bug some purists, but honestly? It kinda fits. Like hearing an old friend tell the same story twice—annoying at first, but then you realize why they keep coming back to it. Plus, the production has that vintage VP Records stamp—clean enough to sound pro, but rough enough to keep it authentic. This ain’t poppy reggae for tourists; it’s soul food for anyone who gets what roots reggae is really about. And Glen? Dude brings the heat without trying too hard. His voice cracks, bends, and growls in all the right places. He ain’t perfect, but that’s the point. Perfection would ruin this vibe entirely. Here’s the kicker though: after blasting this record nonstop, I started wondering—why don’t more people know about Glen Washington? Like, seriously, how does someone drop an album THIS good and still fly under the radar? Maybe it’s because we live in a world where mediocrity gets shoved down our throats while the gems stay hidden. Or maybe…just maybe…it’s better that way. Keeps the magic pure for those who find it. So yeah, go cop Wanna Be Loved. Throw it on loud, let it soak into your bones, and remember—sometimes the best music finds YOU, not the other way around.

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Artist: Glen Washington
Album: wanna be loved

Reggae

Roots Reggae

2006

Rating: 3.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
this life
This Life	3:57
Tighten Up	3:30
Will Love Grow	3:52
Roller Coaster Ride	3:34
Bring It on Home	03:40
I see
wanna be loved
Ginger Bay
On & On
Breath Of Life
Migthy God
Viper	3:33
I See	3:33
So Right	4:2
On	03:45
Wanna Be Loved	3:8
best friends
viper
Ginger Baby	3:36
feel so right
breath of life
If You Need Me	3:47
mighty god
Bring It On Home	3:40
Breath of Life	3:42
Turn Me On	3:39
turn me on
Best Friends	3:35
Mighty God	3:43
Feel So Right	3:38
on & on
bring it on home
On & On	3:45
roller coaster ride

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vprl 1695
VPCD 1695
VPRL 1695

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vp records
VP Records

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online luisteren
ouvir online
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producers : Lloyd & Michelle Campbell

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Barcode (Scanned): 054645169516
Barcode (Text): 0 54645 16951 6

About Glen Washington

Born July 17, 1955 is a Jamaican reggae/soca singer-songwriter and drummer.

Real Name

Glenroy Washington

Name Vars

G. Washington
Gene Washington
Glen
Glen W.
Glen Washincton
Glen Washingon
Glenn Washington
Glenroy Washington
Washington

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Did you know? Glen Washington's 2004 album *Wanna Be Loved* is a hidden gem in the world of Roots Reggae. Released under VP Records, it’s packed with soulful tracks like "Breath of Life" and "Roller Coaster Ride." What’s wild is how many versions of the same songs appear on the album—like "On & On" and "Bring It On Home"—each with slight twists. It’s almost like Glen wanted fans to hear every possible angle of his music. Pretty cool, right?