General Trees

General Trees, born Amos Edwards on December 13, 1960, in Drews Land, Kingston, Jamaica, is a renowned Jamaican dancehall deejay. He gained fame in the 1980s for his unique "fast style" of delivery, which was influenced by the UK scene. Before becoming a musician, Trees worked as a shoemaker. He rose to prominence as a sound system star on Maurice Johnson's Black Scorpio system, where he was nicknamed "the younger horseman." General Trees is known for hits like "Mini Bus," "Ghost Rider," and "Crucifixion." His music style blends reggae with dancehall and ragga, making him a significant figure in Jamaican music during the 1980s.

General Trees has released several albums, including *Heart, Mind & Soul*, *Ghost Rider*, and *Negril*. His music often featured complex lyrical deliveries, earning him the title of one of Jamaica's best speed rappers of his era. Despite facing health challenges, including strokes in recent years, General Trees remains a celebrated figure in the dancehall scene. His legacy continues to influence contemporary dancehall artists.