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These days, reggae deejays have been making waves in MC battles, and reggae is becoming known to a broader audience.
Still, even if many people are familiar with the term “ragamuffin,” they may not really understand what it means.
The definition of ragamuffin is fuzzy, but to put it simply, it means “dancehall performed by reggae deejays.”
In other words, when a deejay sings over upbeat, electronic-leaning reggae, that’s ragamuffin.
Here, we’ve compiled some classic ragamuffin tracks!
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[Reggae] Japan’s Leading Ragamuffin | A Must-See for Japa-Reggae Fans! (1–10)
Rhyme Wave Phrase DisciplesCHEHON
CHEHON is a DJ leading the reggae scene with his remarkable character and fiery vibes.
Lately, he’s also been posting strong results in hip-hop MC battles, so even people who aren’t well-versed in reggae may know him.
Among CHEHON’s works, the one I especially recommend is “Inbakuto.” It’s no exaggeration to call it one of the most famous ragga tracks.
A timeless classic that never loses its shine.
APOLLO STYLEAPOLLO
APOLLO is one of the DJs representing Kaeru Studio.
Since he originally started out as a rapper, he’s extremely skilled at fast flows; when it comes to rapid-fire verses, it’s said that no one in the reggae scene can match him—except J-REXXX.
When you think of APOLLO’s ragamuffin style, many of you probably picture his “APOLLO STYLE,” right? With overwhelmingly fast bars and a track packed with fiery vibes, it’s guaranteed to get you hyped!
RAGGAMUFFIN SKANKKotobukikun
DJ Kotobuki, who can make any style his own—from catchy tunes to hard-hitting bangers.
While he’s often associated with bright, catchy tracks that give you a push forward, he’s also got some seriously gritty raggamuffin cuts.
Among them, the one I especially recommend is “RAGGAMUFFIN SKANK.” It’s a track that faithfully channels orthodox reggae elements into a solid raggamuffin form.
Definitely give it a listen.
OSAKA TOWNMIGHTY JAM ROCK
MIGHTY JAM ROCK is a group that represents Osaka’s reggae scene.
It’s the group that JUMBO MAATCH—who’s also active in MC battles—belongs to.
Their appeal lies in their incredibly fiery vibes, and they’ve released numerous ragga tracks over the years.
Among them, the song I especially recommend is “OSAKA TOWN.” JUMBO MAATCH’s vocal tone is truly outstanding, so I imagine many listeners get completely blown away every time his verse drops.
super fast-talking idiotJ-REXXX
DJ J-REXXX is known for his overwhelmingly fast rapping.
While his unique lyrics and rapid-fire delivery are his specialties, his skills as a DJ are also quite impressive.
When it comes to a track that fully showcases his appeal, many people probably think of “Hayakuchi Baka” (Fast-Talk Fool).
“Chou Hayakuchi Baka” (Ultra Fast-Talk Fool) takes that speed even further—an updated version that keeps the energy high and the vibes blazing from start to finish.
Definitely give it a listen.
BAD BOYJUMBO MAATCH
JUMBO MAATCH is a DJ who is a member of MIGHTY JAM ROCK—one of the most famous groups in the industry—and is currently active in hip-hop MC battles as well.
Because he frequently appears in the media, even those who aren’t familiar with reggae may know him.
Among his works, the track where you can especially savor razor-sharp ragga style is “BAD BOY.” It’s packed with his fiery vibes and is known as one of his signature songs.
HEAD BADNG HEAD
NG HEAD is a DJ hailed as the king of clashes in reggae culture.
His clash with JUMBO MAATCH is still spoken of as a legend.
Many younger listeners may have discovered him through his appearance on the popular show “Freestyle Dungeon.” Among NG HEAD’s tracks, a standout I especially recommend is “HEAD BAD.” It’s a raggamuffin tune laid over a rock-leaning, band-like track, topped with NG HEAD’s gravelly yet easy-to-catch voice, radiating fiery vibes throughout.