Reggae

Reggae is a style of music that originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s. It is an offshoot of ska and rocksteady, and is characterized by its distinctive offbeat rhythm. Reggae typically features a drum and bass line, electric guitars, and horns, as well as vocals with a Jamaican patois. Its lyrics are often focused on social and political topics, and often use references to Rastafari beliefs. Reggae has had a major influence on many genres of music, such as hip-hop, dub, and dancehall. It is also popular around the world, and has been embraced by many cultures.