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You should never tamper with a classic song, especially if you are one of the artists responsible for its success. As one DJ questioned, “Why is Machel tampering with this classic?”
Fair point. After all, "Tempa Wine," which was originally a duet with Patrice Roberts, remains a party favorite to this day. But welcome to a new era: Machel has decided to "touch up" the track, and honestly, it makes sense and sounds excellent.
With Carnival 2026 on the horizon, this rerelease feels perfectly timed. This updated version by Machel Montano and Tempa delivers a modern, youth-driven twist that everyone will appreciate. Tempa’s fresh energy blends seamlessly with Machel’s iconic lines, creating a vibe that feels both nostalgic and brand new. The original version's sample shines like a newly polished classic car, and we love it.
We won’t elaborate further, but we’re confident that this version is effective. The question is—what do you think? We want to hear your thoughts on this song, so please share your feedback.
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Production Notes/Music Credits:
Song Title - Tempa Wine
Artist/Performed by: Machel Montano x Tempa
Produced by: Travis World
Composers/Writers—Machel Montano, Travis Hosein, Rebecca Alexander, Shane Howell, Emmanuel Rudder, Kernal Roberts, Dwain Antrobus, Patrice Roberts
Machel Montano was recorded by 1st Klase at Baby Monster Studio in Trinidad.
Tempa recorded by - I.Y.K.Y.K Ent at Studio Impact
Mixed & Mastered by - Travis World
Contains a sample of “Tempa Wine” by Patrice Roberts x Machel Montano
Record label—Monk Music / Travis World Music
Origin: Trinidad, Republic of Trinidad & Tobago
Genre: Soca ?
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