Alkaline - Lonely | Raw | Duet Riddim — | January 2014

Overview Released on January 18, 2014, "Lonely" is a prominent early single by Jamaican dancehall artist Alkaline (born Earlan Bartley). Produced by Notnice Records on the Duet Riddim , the track emerged during a pivotal year in Alkaline's career, shortly after his breakout with hits like "Things Mi Love". The song is featured on his 2014 project Raw as Eva and later appeared on the 2019 compilation Raw and Remastered . Musical Composition and Production

: Alkaline employs a signature melodic "sing-jay" style, blending raw lyrical content with a catchy, rhythmic delivery that helped define the "Vendetta" sound. Alkaline - Lonely | RAW | Duet Riddim | January 2014

: Alkaline references digital isolation, noting he received "three text from morning" but all were automated messages from a service provider (Digicel), highlighting a lack of genuine human connection. Overview Released on January 18, 2014, "Lonely" is

: The lyrics depict a protagonist struggling with extreme solitude, feeling as though "nobody is here for me". Musical Composition and Production : Alkaline employs a

: Despite the track's "RAW" labeling—indicating explicit content—the lyrics convey a deep-seated need for affection and a "baby love" to fill the emotional void.