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soundbwoy
What does soundbwoy mean?
A member or operator of a sound system, frequently used dismissively in clash culture ('soundbwoy bury' = defeat a rival sound).
"Di dubplate a call out every soundbwoy inna town."
Origin
Jamaican Patois: 'sound' (system) + 'bwoy'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'soundbwoy' mean?
A sound-system operator or crew member. In clash culture it's usually a dismissive term aimed at a rival sound.
What does 'soundbwoy bury' mean?
It means to defeat or 'kill off' a rival sound system in a clash — 'bury di soundbwoy' is a taunt of total victory.
Why is 'soundbwoy' spelled with 'bwoy'?
'Bwoy' is the Patois pronunciation and spelling of 'boy', giving the word its distinctly Jamaican flavour.
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