Jamaican Music – Mavado – So Blessed

Without a doubt music is one of the reasons that Jamaica is more than just a dot on the map. Jamaican music may be somewhat difficult to understand to outsiders but the Jamaican music industry is the most vibrant anywhere in the world and it continues to evolve with the people. In 50 years Jamaica’s music has morphed into various sounds, influenced many and has given birth to entirely new genres. Mento, Ska, Dub, rocksteady, toasting, reggae and dancehall are all types of Jamaican music.

I thought I’d give an example of Jamaican “Dancehall” music, which is a child of reggae that has taken on a life of it’s that is now popular with young people in Jamaica but is also spread worldwide, with Japan being one of the biggest outlets.

Mavado – So Blessed

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I might make more posts with examples of current and past types of Jamaica music althought I know many readers might not understand the lyrics I welcome feedback.

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