Mento is a traditional Jamaican music genre that originated in the late 19th century. It is characterized by a fusion of African and European musical styles, featuring acoustic instruments such as banjos, guitars, and percussion. The music often has a playful and upbeat tempo, with lyrics that touch on social and political issues, as well as everyday life experiences. Mento has influenced many other genres, including ska and reggae, and continues to be celebrated by musicians and fans alike.
Here is a list of mento artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the mento genre. You can find out what mento genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.
