Masterpieces, fan favorites, and new 21st-century staples for reggae beginners
Reggae, the laid-back music born in Jamaica.
Its comfortable rhythms and liberating melodies are loved around the world and are now actively incorporated into pop and other genres.
In this article, we’ve carefully selected classic and popular reggae tracks, including new 21st-century standards!
We’ve chosen a wide range of songs, from dancehall reggae and dub to raggamuffin, rocksteady, and even lovers rock.
We’ve also included many tracks by artists considered classics and legends, so if you’re new to reggae, start by listening to the songs introduced here!
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Masterpieces, popular tracks, and new 21st-century standards for reggae beginners (61–70)
Say Hey (I Love You)Michael Franti & Spearhead
This group is an artist collective that operates under the concept of seeking peace and equality.
In addition to reggae, they release music across various genres such as soul, rock, and hip-hop.
This song was used as the ending theme for the movie “Fool’s Gold,” and it’s a cheerful, fun track that’s sure to get you grooving just by listening.
CollideSinging Melody
Known for his pure, supple, and crystal-clear vocals, Singing Melody is also a member of “L.U.S.T,” a group featuring four of Jamaica’s leading singers.
Although he initially aimed to be a DJ, he struggled to break through; on a friend’s recommendation, he switched to singing, where his talent blossomed.
He performs many cover songs, but his voice captivates listeners and won’t let go.
Born To LoveSlim Smith
Slim Smith, the brilliant singer who tragically took his own life at a young age.
If you listen with your eyes closed, his voice makes you think, “That’s Curtis Mayfield!”—that’s how great his potential was as a vocalist.
I think you’ll understand if you listen to this track.
It’s practically Curtis from his Impressions days…
The Tide Is HighThe Paragons
In Japan, it was used in TV commercials, so I think many people have heard it.
Since so many people have covered it, you might wonder, “Who? The original?” but The Paragons are the original.
It’s a classic that still holds up today.
Pound For PoundAggro Reggae
The long-awaited new release from the Los Angeles–based Aggrolites.
After handling a packed schedule of recording and touring, they took a brief break to prepare for their next phase, all to deliver another outstanding work to the world.
Pound For Pound is proof of that, turning out to be a fantastic piece.
Those three minutes are more than enough to remind us that the Aggrolites are artists brimming with style—but did you make sure to listen all the way to the end?