Popular Reggae: Western Music Artist Rankings [2026]

I Feel GoodBeres Hammond29rank/position

Beres Hammond – I Feel Good | Official Music Video

I Feel Good by Jamaican reggae luminary Beres Hammond is a superb track characterized by a smooth reggae groove and his warm vocals.

Featured on his 2008 album A Moment in Time, it’s praised as a work that showcases his diverse musicality and delicate emotional expression.

In I Feel Good, he captures joyful moments with a loved one, singing of that pure happiness in simple yet powerful words.

It’s a perfect recommendation for when you want to spend a blissful, relaxing time, or to enrich special moments with someone important.

Walk Away From LoveBitty Mclean30rank/position

Bitty McLean – Walk Away From Love..

He is also known as the prince of the UK reggae scene.

Setting himself apart from the raggamuffin style prevalent in today’s dancehall, he has gained popularity with a smooth, traditional vocal style.

This song is a cover of a hit from the solo era of David Ruffin, who was the lead vocalist of the Motown group The Temptations.

Guess whos coming to dinnerBlack Uhuru31rank/position

Black Uhuru – Guess whos coming to dinner

A classic track released by Jamaica’s prestigious group Black Uhuru.

Characterized by its dreamlike soundscape and comfortable rhythm, this piece lets you fully savor the allure of dub music.

Released in January 1981 and included on the album “Black Uhuru,” it uses a lighthearted story about a natty dreadlocks coming for dinner to express the spirit of the Rastafari movement and respect for community.

The bass-forward sound conveys a profound message even within a relaxed atmosphere.

It’s a perfect song for anyone looking to discover a new side of music or to unwind and free the mind.

WarBob Marley32rank/position

War / No More Trouble (Live At The Rainbow Theatre, London / 1977)

Bob Marley, the god of reggae.

He wasn’t just an artist; he appealed for peace by getting the leaders of Jamaica’s ruling and opposition parties—who were locked in violent conflict—to shake hands.

Unfortunately, the strife did not come to an end, but his achievements continue to influence many artists today.

His song “War” is one of his signature tracks.

Centered on themes of peace and anti-war, this love-and-peace anthem has surely soothed the hearts of many.

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Buffalo SoldierBob Marley & The Wailers33rank/position

Bob Marley & The Wailers – Buffalo Soldier (Official Music Video)

This song appears on the album Confrontation, released in 1983 by the legendary Jamaican band Bob Marley & The Wailers.

Centered on the African American cavalry regiments who fought in the American Indian Wars in the late 19th century, it portrays the forced displacement from Africa and a longing for freedom.

It features reggae’s signature, soothing rhythm and Marley’s powerful vocals.

Earning platinum certification in the UK with over 600,000 copies sold, it received high acclaim worldwide.

As a symbol of the struggle and hope of all who resist oppression, it continues to resonate with many people today.

Decisions (feat. Miley Cyrus)Borgore34rank/position

“Decisions” – Borgore feat. Miley Cyrus (Official Music Video)

The Israeli music producer Borgore is a distinctive figure in the scene, with a wide-ranging musical background spanning from jazz to death metal.

Among his works, an essential track for understanding brostep is the one featuring Miley Cyrus, also included on the album #NEWGOREORDER.

The song explores the theme of people’s desire for wealth and success, weaving together an aggressive sound driven by pounding sub-bass and vocals that carry a faint sense of melancholy.

In December 2012, they even performed together live in Los Angeles, which generated significant buzz at the time.

With its structure that balances the intense drops characteristic of brostep and a melodious development, it’s an accessible entry point for newcomers to the genre.

Boom wah disBurro Banton35rank/position

Burro Banton – Boom wah dis

This is Burro Banton, a veteran dancehall deejay known for his distinctive gravelly voice.

It’s an intensely powerful track that hits hard with fierce sound and riddim.

At dancehall events, when this song plays, the crowd goes wild—it’s a classic anthem.