Pass The Koutchie

The Mighty Diamonds recorded Pass the Kouchie for producer Augustus Clarke, with the single released through Music Works in the early 1980s. The recording drew on the Full Up rhythm associated with Leroy Sibbles, Jackie Mittoo, Robert Lyn, and Sound Dimension. The song became a major Jamaican seller despite being condemned and banned from national radio under Edward Seaga's anti-drug campaign. Its success strengthened The Mighty Diamonds' international profile and led directly to Musical Youth's global hit adaptation Pass the Dutchie. Pass the Kouchie remains one of The Mighty Diamonds' best-known recordings and a key source record in the history of reggae crossover adaptations. Its altered child-friendly remake Pass the Dutchie carried the song's melody and rhythm into worldwide pop culture.