Reggae music is a genre that originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s. It is characterized by its distinctive rhythm, which is often referred to as the "one drop" beat. The lyrics of reggae songs often address social and political issues, as well as themes of love and spirituality. Traditional reggae music often features a strong bassline, guitar and keyboard melodies, and a prominent use of percussion instruments such as drums and bongos. It has influenced many other genres of music, including hip hop and electronic music.
Here is a list of traditional reggae artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the traditional reggae genre. You can find out what traditional reggae genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.
