Bully Bad Turns His Survival Story Into “Food Fa De Basket”

Guyanese dancehall artiste Bully Bad returns with “Food Fa De Basket,” a new solo single that blends his Guyanese roots with Jamaican dancehall influence while reflecting on the realities of survival, faith and the daily hustle.

Released on September 1, 2026, the track is produced by Shawnie876, with the beat coming from RDM Production. The official music video was shot in Guyana by AJ Record, bringing the visual back to the country and environment that helped shape Bully Bad’s identity.

The meaning behind “Food Fa De Basket”

The title speaks directly to the song’s central idea: finding a way to keep food in the basket.

Bully Bad reflects on the pressure that comes with trying to provide and move forward while avoiding the dangers that can surround street life. His lyrics focus on making smart decisions, surviving difficult circumstances and staying committed to the hustle.

Faith is another major part of the record.

Bully Bad repeatedly brings God and prayer into the conversation, presenting spirituality as part of his approach to overcoming pressure and people who may want to see him fail.

That gives “Food Fa De Basket” a more reflective quality beneath its dancehall energy.

Guyanese roots meet Jamaican dancehall

Bully Bad’s sound comes from a Caribbean connection that stretches between Guyana and Jamaica.

Raised in Agricola, Georgetown, he developed an appreciation for dancehall while maintaining the identity of his Guyanese upbringing. His music reflects that combination, allowing Jamaican-influenced rhythms to carry stories connected to his own experiences.

The decision to film “Food Fa De Basket” in Guyana strengthens that connection.

The visual places the song within the environment that helped shape the artiste rather than presenting him through a generic dancehall setting.

From boxing to music

Bully Bad’s story started in a very different arena.

Born Hendrick Pelswijk, he was previously an amateur boxer and represented Guyana at the Caribbean Senior Boxing Championships, where he won a gold medal.

That competitive background eventually gave way to music.

He first became involved as a local DJ before moving toward songwriting and recording his own material. In 2015, he relocated to New Jersey while continuing to build his career between the United States and the Caribbean.

The transition from boxing to music also adds context to the determination that runs through his records.

The environment changed, but the competitive mindset remained.

A productive 2026

“Food Fa De Basket” follows a steady run of releases from Bully Bad throughout 2026.

His recent catalogue includes “LALA” featuring Mattick Queen, “Party Can’t Done” featuring Zion Kidd, “JUST BENN” and “JUCK.”

The consistent output has kept him active while allowing him to explore different sides of his sound.

His production collaborations have also connected him with teams including Doseofit Ent and Jay The Producer, while Shawnie876 handles the production on his latest release.

The Guyana visual

AJ Record handles the official video for “Food Fa De Basket,” with the production taking place in Guyana.

The location is significant because the song itself is rooted in the idea of survival and providing, while Bully Bad’s own story began in Agricola before eventually taking him overseas.

The visual therefore works as more than a backdrop.

It connects the present-day artiste to the environment that forms part of his story.

Keeping the basket full

“Food Fa De Basket” is ultimately built around perseverance.

Bully Bad uses the record to speak about making it through difficult circumstances, staying away from decisions that can lead to serious consequences and keeping faith while pursuing a better life.

That message fits naturally within his broader catalogue, where street experiences and personal ambition often sit alongside Caribbean dancehall energy.

With the new release, Bully Bad continues building his presence while keeping his Guyanese identity firmly attached to the music.