SOUTH FLORIDA — Reggae star Tarrus Riley is again with a soulful but light-hearted new single, “You + Me = Good Life,” launched immediately, Friday, July 25. Produced by Kareem “Remus” Burrell for XTM.Nation, the monitor is a candy reminder that the easy issues—love, pleasure, good firm—are what actually make life stunning.
Constructed on a basis of legacy, the tune samples the traditional 1994 hit “Good Life” by the late Cocoa Tea, initially produced by Philip “Fatis” Burrell, the legendary founding father of Xterminator Productions and father to Remus. With each Fatis (who handed in 2011) and Cocoa Tea (who transitioned in March 2025) now gone, this single turns into greater than only a love tune—it’s a festivity of reggae roots and the enduring impression of those that helped form its sound.
Whereas simple on the ears, the tune’s message runs deeper. You + Me = Good Life” speaks to the ability of togetherness and the way we complement one another in relationships. It’s about that particular bond that makes life richer and happier.
The tune has robust lyrics like, “Miss Good Good your life steady, dem cyah ask wah you carry to the desk, You’re your individual boss.” These phrases uplift ladies. They present {that a} loving and balanced relationship is without doubt one of the finest presents.
Nonetheless, at its coronary heart, “You + Me = Good Life” retains issues full of fine vitality, you don’t need to be alone once you hear this tune. Tarrus Riley’s voice flows easily over a heat, fashionable beat made by Runkus. Wade Johnson performs the keyboards, and Lamont ‘Monty’ Savory performs the guitar. Vocoder adlibs give a comfortable, futuristic really feel. Veer Dhaniram’s combine retains the groove clear and crisp, excellent for taking part in repeatedly.
The Good Life
“This one is about love in its purest type,” says Riley. “It’s a contented tune. You plus me—that’s the great life. The drum and bass make you need to simply bubble along with your particular somebody. And it’s additionally a bit toast to the greats who got here earlier than us, Cocoa Tea and Fatis. Their music lives on via us.”
Reggae Sumfest
Tarrus not too long ago shared a preview of his new single at Reggae Sumfest. This occasion passed off in Montego Bay on Saturday, July 19. He paid tribute to fallen legends by performing Cocoa Tea’s traditional tune “Good Life.” The second was each nostalgic and uplifting—identical to the brand new single itself.
“You + Me = Good Life” is a shiny summer time tune full of love and good vibes. It exhibits that the Xterminator legacy retains shining for each new era.
The only is out there now on all major streaming platforms .
