Rikrok
Musical artist
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RikRok (born Ricardo Ducent) is a British-Jamaican singer, best known for his featured vocals on the 2000 international hit song "It Wasn't Me" by Shaggy.[1]
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| Background information | |
| Born | Ricardo Ducent |
| Origin | Jamaica |
| Genres | Reggae fusion, R&B, pop |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter |
Early life and career
Born and raised in Jamaica, Rikrok began his musical career as a backing vocalist and songwriter. He worked with several artists in the Jamaican music scene before gaining international recognition.[2]
Breakthrough with "It Wasn't Me"
In 2000, Rikrok collaborated with reggae artist Shaggy on the track "It Wasn't Me." The song, a comedy-reggae piece about a man caught cheating by his girlfriend, features Rikrok singing the song's hook and a bridge. The single became a worldwide commercial success, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 and various other charts globally. The song's popularity was a result of its humorous narrative and memorable hooks, which became a cultural standard.
Discography
- "It Wasn't Me" (2000) - featured vocalist on a single by Shaggy.
- "Pull Up" (2024) - featured vocalist on a single by Busy Signal.[10]
According to Jamaica Observer in 2023, Ducent resides in the Caribbean.[11][12]