Govana on Spanish Town: "Every Side of Me is a Side of My Home"

"Spanish Town has a wide range of different aspects, and it’s still me." In this standout clip from the Viper interview, Govana explains why his music is a "mashup" of every part of Jamaica. From the grits and roughness of the streets to the upper-echelon halls of Saint George's College, he breaks down how his environment taught him the "art of adapting" to any crowd. In this video, Govana discusses:The Spanish Town Influence: How the "grimy side" and the party scene of his hometown are intertwined in his lyrics. A "Wide Range" of Collaborations: Why his versatility allows him to work with everyone from Coffee and Protege to Skeng and Mavado. His Three Biggest Influences: The musical impact of Beres Hammond, Sizzla Kalonji, and Aidonia on his sound. Uptown vs. Garrison: How attending an "upper-echelon" high school in the ghetto helped him learn to conduct himself in any room he walks into. - Authenticity in Music: Why he refuses to record any song where he might sound "out of place." Watch the full 45-minute uncut interview on our Substack: https://vipermagazine.substack.com/p/... Timestamps 00:00 – How Spanish Town moulds you for the world 01:15 – Diving into the different parts of Jamaica through lyrics 02:30 – Collaborating with both the "Grits" and the "Uptown" stars 03:45 – The Art of Adapting: Fitting into any room 05:00 – St George's College: Learning to conduct yourself with different crowds