Cover of a 1956 song by Barbie Gaye, helping to popularize ska music internationally.
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1964
1965
A soul song showcasing Nash's smooth vocals.
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Johnny Nash was a Houston-born singer whose pop and soul recordings also drew on Jamaican reggae. I Can See Clearly Now brought that combination to a wide audience in 1972. He supported Bob Marley's music early and...
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Nash's optimistic outlook after eye surgery
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Written by Bob Marley Helped introduce reggae music to a wider audience
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Cover of Bob Marley's reggae hit
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Janet Kay emerged from London's lovers-rock scene after members of Aswad recommended her to Alton Ellis. Early recordings included Loving You, followed by work with producer Dennis Bovell on Silly Games. Her voice...
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A tribute to Bob Marley and reggae music.
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Master Blaster (Jammin')
Stevie WonderRelease: 1980Source checked | Recent carryover
Source year-end #69A tribute to Bob Marley, incorporating reggae rhythms into Wonder's sound.
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Named after a market street in Brixton, London, and inspired by the 1981 Brixton riot.
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Electric Avenue
Eddy GrantReported release: 1982Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #22Named after a market street in Brixton, London, and inspired by the 1981 Brixton riot.
View background statusA reggae-influenced pop song that continued the band's string of hits.
View background statusMusical Youth grew from a group of school-age musicians in Birmingham, England, with family links to Jamaican vocal group the Techniques through Frederick Waite. Dennis Seaton became lead singer after the group...
View background statusA reggae cover of Neil Diamond's song about drowning sorrows
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Originally released in 1977, the song was inspired by Marley's vision of unity and peace.
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Aswad developed in London's Ladbroke Grove neighborhood, bringing roots reggae into contact with dub, dancehall, pop and R&B. The group's early lineup included Brinsley Forde, George Oban, Angus Gaye, Courtney...
View background statusEddy Grant's work extends across performing, producing and running music businesses. Born in Guyana, he moved to London and formed the Equals, a band whose members came from different racial backgrounds. After...
View background status1989
Cover of The Temptations song
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Reggae fusion style
View background statusCover of The Temptations song
View background status1991
Cover of Al Green's soul classic
View background statusThe Way You Do the Things You Do
UB40Release: 1989Source checked | Recent carryover
Source year-end #71Cover of The Temptations' classic love song
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Snow's experiences growing up in a multicultural neighborhood in Toronto and his time in prison.
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Inner Circle is a Jamaican reggae group whose history includes backing singer Eric Donaldson on Cherry, Oh Baby. Jacob Miller later became a central voice, with Tenement Yard appearing in the band's repertoire and in...
View background statusA reggae cover of Elvis Presley's 1961 hit, featured in the film "Sliver."
View background statusShabba Ranks is a Jamaican dancehall performer whose deep, sharply accented vocal delivery helped carry the deejay style to international audiences. His early work developed through sound-system performance and...
View background statusSnow's experiences growing up in a multicultural neighborhood in Toronto and his time in prison.
View background statusShabba Ranks is a Jamaican dancehall performer whose deep, sharply accented vocal delivery helped carry the deejay style to international audiences. His early work developed through sound-system performance and...
View background statusShaggy was born Orville Richard Burrell in Kingston, Jamaica, and later developed his music in New York. Early dancehall recordings included Mampie and Big Up. Pure Pleasure began his album career in 1993, followed...
View background statusSweat (A La La La La Long)
Inner CircleReported release: 1992Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #77The reggae-pop song celebrates love and passion with a catchy chorus.
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A reggae cover of Peter Frampton's 1975 hit.
View background statusA cover of Tina Turner's 1986 song, adapted to Ace of Base's pop-reggae style.
View background statusKamoze's comeback hit, sampling Taana Gardner's "Heartbeat."
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Jimmy CliffReported release: 1993Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #66A reggae cover of Johnny Nash's 1972 hit, used in the film "Cool Runnings."
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A playful reggae fusion track about Shaggy's romantic appeal.
View background statusHere Comes the Hotstepper
Ini KamozeReported release: 1994Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #24A dancehall track sampling Taana Gardner's "Heartbeat."
View background statusShaggy was born Orville Richard Burrell in Kingston, Jamaica, and later developed his music in New York. Early dancehall recordings included Mampie and Big Up. Pure Pleasure began his album career in 1993, followed...
View background statusA lighthearted song about attraction to a shy person.
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A blend of reggae and punk rock with Spanish and English lyrics about desire.
View background statusThat Girl
Maxi Priest featuring ShaggyRelease year not establishedDate review open
Source year-end #90Shaggy was born Orville Richard Burrell in Kingston, Jamaica, and later developed his music in New York. Early dancehall recordings included Mampie and Big Up. Pure Pleasure began his album career in 1993, followed...
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The song was inspired by Caribbean dancehall music and the allure of beautiful women.
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Admiration for a beautiful woman
View background statusShaggy was born Orville Richard Burrell in Kingston, Jamaica, and later developed his music in New York. Early dancehall recordings included Mampie and Big Up. Pure Pleasure began his album career in 1993, followed...
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The song was inspired by party culture and dancehall music.
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The track was inspired by dancehall rhythms and party culture.
View background statusThe track was inspired by dancehall music and Jamaican culture.
View background statusThe song was inspired by reggae music and themes of love and commitment.
View background statusThe song was inspired by dancehall music and Caribbean dance culture.
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Dude brought Beenie Man together with Ms. Thing after producer Dave Kelly heard her performing at a Baby Cham album launch. Kelly had already recorded tracks with her before arranging this collaboration. Its success...
Read background and sourcesThe song was inspired by Caribbean soca music.
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I'm Still in Love with You
Sean Paul featuring SashaReported release: 2004 / 2005Date needs verification | Recent carryover
The song was inspired by enduring love and Jamaican dancehall music.
View background statusSean Paul is a Jamaican performer whose vocal flow works within dancehall rhythms. Stage One began his album career in 2000. Dutty Rock followed in 2002, with Gimme the Light and Get Busy taking that style to...
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The song combines reggae with Jewish themes, reflecting Matisyahu's faith and musical style.
View background statusThe song draws from Sean Paul's Jamaican roots and dancehall music, with lyrics focused on attraction and dance.
View background statusSean Paul is a Jamaican performer whose vocal flow works within dancehall rhythms. Stage One began his album career in 2000. Dutty Rock followed in 2002, with Gimme the Light and Get Busy taking that style to...
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Do You Remember
Jay Sean featuring Sean Paul and Lil JonReported release: 2009Date needs verification
The song is about reminiscing about a past relationship.
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Do You Remember
Jay Sean featuring Sean Paul and Lil JonReported release: 2009Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Reminiscing about a past relationship
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The song was influenced by The Police and aimed to capture a reggae-rock sound.
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Honesty and trust in relationships.
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A reggae-infused track celebrating Jamaican culture and spirituality.
View background status2024
Praise Jah in the Moonlight
YG MarleyReported release: 2023Date needs verification | Recent carryover
A reggae-infused track celebrating Jamaican culture and spirituality.
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