[2] In 2005, the clothing company Stüssy put together a line inspired by the vivid, rootsy styles of Jamaica to commemorate their 25th anniversary, and looked to create a limited-edition single to complement it.
[3] Inspired by the optimistic, laidback vibe of Jamaica in the early 1970s, Pelanconi was part of a group created by Nasser Bouzida and Trevor Harding of Big Boss Man called "Prince Fatty," meant as a tongue-in-cheek reference to King Tubby.
Following its success, Prince Fatty decided to create an album length homage to what he considered one of the most vibrant eras in Jamaican music.
Subsequently, Pelanconi co-opted the name for a second Prince Fatty album called Survival of the Fattest, assembling a "supergroup" of reggae greats, including afrobeat saxophonist Bukky Leo, drummer Style Scott from the Roots Radics, Nostalgia 77's horn section, and Hammond organ by Bubblers from Ruff Cut Band.
[7] Prince Fatty has often collaborated with, or produced, other artists, including Horseman,[8] Bubblers from the Ruff Cut band,[8] Shniece,[8] Hollie Cook, Mutant Hi-Fi, Mungo's Hifi and Stick Figure.