Original Don
Major Lazer · 2011
17 min · 4 tracks · hip-hop
A vibrant fusion of dancehall rhythms and electro house beats invites listeners to lose themselves in a high-energy party atmosphere.
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Original Don — The original track encapsulates the energetic blend of dancehall and electronic elements that defines Major Lazer's sound, making it an instant dancefloor classic.
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Original Don (Diet Original Don) — This alternate version offers a fresh take on the original, emphasizing its infectious bassline while maintaining the vibrant party vibe that made it popular.
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Original Don (Crookers remix) — Crookers’ remix adds an edgy twist with heavier beats and glitchy effects, exemplifying how the song transcends genres and showcases the remix culture prevalent in EDM.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single blends dancehall and electronic elements effectively, but its remixes dilute the original's impact.
What we noticed
- The original track features a prominent dancehall rhythm layered with electronic beats, creating a high-energy atmosphere.
- The remixes vary in intensity and style, with the Crookers remix introducing a heavier bassline and tempo changes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This single contributed significantly to Major Lazer's rise in the EDM scene.
- Career context
- When Major Lazer released 'Original Don' in November 2011, they were riding the wave of their breakout success following the debut album 'Guns Don't Kill People... Lazers Do'. This single served as a pivotal moment in their career, solidifying their reputation for blending diverse musical styles and expanding their influence within electronic dance music.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Original Don 4:13
- 2 Original Don (Diet Original Don) 4:52
- 3 Original Don (Crookers remix) 4:30
- 4 Original Don (The Partysquad & Punish Smash Em remix) 3:38
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