The Best Reggae Songs of 2014
Looking for the best reggae songs of 2014? Here’s a list of the top tunes, perfect for summertime listening.
Best Reggae Songs of 2014
1. “Marijuana” – Chronixx
2. “Here Comes the Sun” – Dub Inc
3. “No Woman, No Cry” (live) – Bob Marley & The Wailers
4. “Jah Is Love” – Alborosie
5. “World a Reggae Music” – Raging Fyah
6. “No Honey” – SOJA
7. “Get Up Stand Up” (live) – Bob Marley & The Wailers
8. “Jah Live” – Chronixx
9. “One Drop” (featuring Drumatic) – Collie Buddz
10. “Reggae Party” (featuring Matisyahu) – Mishka
Best Reggae Albums of 2014
There was no shortage of standout reggae albums in 2014. New and veteran artist alike delivered strong collections that pushed the boundaries of the genre while staying true to its roots. Here are our picks for the best reggae albums of 2014.
Bob Marley & The Wailers – Legend: Remixed
Bob Marley’s 1984 greatest hits album Legend gets a fresh lease on life with this remix collection from some of today’s hottest electronic musicians. The results are spectacular, with Skream, sepiatone, and RAC putting their own spin on classics like “No Woman, No Cry” and “Could You Be Loved.”
Ziggy Marley -Fly Rasta
Ziggy Marley follows up his excellent 2013 album Ziggy Marley In Concert with another solid effort in Fly Rasta. The title track is a catchy ode to living life to the fullest, while “I Get Up” is a more reflective song about overcoming adversity. As always, Ziggy’s positive messages and conscious lyrics are a breath of fresh air.
Morgan Heritage -See Me Through
The Grammy-winning Morgan Heritage continues to evolve with their latest album See Me Through. The album features appearance from fellow reggae greats like Damian “Junior Gong” Marley and Protoje, and finds the band experimenting with new sounds and styles. Tracks like “Strictly Roots” and “Here Come The Kings” show that Morgan Heritage is still at the top of their game.
Best Reggae Artists of 2014
The year 2014 has been a great year for reggae music. A lot of new artists have emerged and established themselves in the industry, and a lot of veteran artists have continued to produce great music. Here is a list of the best reggae artists of 2014.
1. Bob Marley – Bob Marley is undoubtedly the most influential reggae artist of all time. He is also one of the best-selling artists of all time, with over 75 million records sold. In 2014, Bob Marley’s estate released a new album called “Legend Remixed”, which featured some of his classic songs remixed by contemporary DJs and producers.
2. Tarrus Riley – Tarrus Riley is a Jamaican reggae singer who rose to prominence in the early 2000s. He is best known for his hits “She’s Royal” and “Sorry Is a Sorry Word”. In 2014, he released his fourth studio album, “Love Situation”, which peaked at number one on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart.
3. Chronixx – Chronixx is a Jamaican reggae singer and songwriter who came to prominence in the early 2010s with hits such as “Odd Ras”, “Here Comes Trouble”, and “Start a Fire”. His debut album, “Chronology”, was released in 2017 and topped the Billboard Reggae Albums chart.
4. Protoje – Protoje is a Jamaican reggae singer and songwriter who came to prominence in the early 2010s with hits such as “Who Knows”, “Resistance”, and “Strictly Roots”. His third studio album, “A Matter of Time”, was released in 2018 and topped the Billboard Reggae Albums chart.
5 . Damian Marley – Damian Marley is a Jamaican reggae singer, songwriter, rapper, and producer who is the son of Bob Marley. He has won three Grammy Awards, including Best Reggae Album for his 2006 album “Welcome to Jamrock”. In 2014, he collaborated with Nas on the album “Distant Relatives”.
