Originally, reggae sound emerged in the early 1980s from reggae and sound system heritage in the island. It was a raw answer to the dominance of studio reggae and showcased vocal over basic instrumentals. Throughout the eighties, it became more fast, incorporating elements of hip hop and dance so

Dancehall music sprung in early Jamaica, developing from roots reggae's slower tempo and blending digital instrumentation. Initially a local event in Kingston dancehalls , it quickly gained popularity amongst young people . The change toward quicker rhythms and toasting's prominence – through DJs