Toast, she said while speaking to, was written while she was visiting Haiti and is a reflection of how she felt about where she was in life and where her life was heading at the moment. Koffee stirred up the island and subsequently the world with the release of this song. “Toast”Īlbum: Toast & Throne (Mura Masa Remixes)
In recent years both Kanye and Jay Z have the been the latest international artistes to sample this song with Nancy being featured in the track “Bam” by Jay Z featuring Damien Marley. This song is arguably one of the “most sampled reggae songs”. The song was originally recorded in the late 1970s but re-recorded multiple times in the years after with the last version being very successful worldwide and even getting to #3 on the Singles Chart in the UK. “Ring the Alarm”ĭawn, in an interview, mentioned that the lyrics of this song came about while she was going through a heartbreak. These songs are a must-have for every DJ on their reggae playlist. There are some songs that were a staple in the years and even beyond, the excitement associated with them when they play now is still unmatched. Some of these great players include Beres Hammond, Beenie Man, Shaggy, Dennis Brown to name a few. Other artistes have also stepped up to the plate and have delivered great music over years. Bob Marley was the ultimate reggae ambassador before he died and even now his music still takes reggae worldwide.
Reggae music is for everyone – the young and the old – and is oftentimes the best way to get people on their feet and dancing. You can hear reggae music on a weekend in the squares/towns, at weddings and also at night (otherwise called “a dance/party”) sessions.
Politicians have used the music as soundtracks on campaigns or meetings. The love for Reggae music has allowed for it to be adopted into the soundtrack for movies and advertisements both locally and internationally. Reggae music is a huge part of the Jamaican culture and over the past years, have made a great impact on other genres of music. A small island with an extensive and impactful culture.
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