The Up From Here Podcast
Welcome to the Up From Here Podcast! "Up From Here"... What does that mean? The purpose of this podcast is to share a different side of our journey and highlight the stories of our esteemed special guests.
Our goal is to be vulnerable and transparent when sharing our journey so our listeners know that life is not the highlight reel they see on social media. We will share some of the shocking issues we've had to face and how we overcame it all. We encourage you to learn from our mistakes so you don't make them as well. Once you hear all the 'horror' stories and how we rose above our difficulties, it's literally only up from there!
Your hosts DJ BuzzB & JKD are two entrepreneurs & business enthusiasts of Caribbean decent based out of Toronto Canada! Their sense of humour and decade long friendship will add a level of entertainment that you will love! We firmly believe that sharing these stories and the
The Up From Here Podcast
GREASE IT DOWN - Dred Lion On Grenada’s MAJOR Soca Hit! FULL EXCLUSIVE STORY!
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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dred Lion, the Grenadian artist behind the breakout Soca anthem “Grease It”, to unpack how a song that started quietly became a global carnival movement. Dred Lion opens up about his long creative journey, the years of groundwork before the hit, and why overnight success is almost never really overnight. He breaks down the real meaning behind the lyrics, including the now-iconic “Callaloo Leaf” line that sparked deep interpretations across cultures and generations. We also dive into how Grenada’s Soca scene rose to dominance, the brotherhood among Grenadian artists, and how the song exploded internationally. This episode goes beyond music, touching on culture, resilience, pressure, and purpose after a massive breakthrough. If you’ve ever wondered what happens after the hit song, this conversation will change how you see success.