The Top Reggae Music Singers of Today
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We take a look at the top reggae music singers of today, including established artists like Bob Marley and Sean Paul, as well as up-and-comers like Koffee and Protoje.
Chronixx
If there is one artist in the reggae universe that is currently on fire it is Chronixx. The Spanish Town, Jamaica native first garnered attention with the viral hit ” Behind Curtain” in 2012 and has been on an upward trajectory ever since.
His music
Chronixx’s sound is a mix of reggae, dancehall, and rocksteady, with lyrics that are often spiritual or political in nature. He has cited Bob Marley, Buju Banton, Peter Tosh, and Vybz Kartel as musical influences. His debut album Dread & Terrible was released in 2014 to critical acclaim. The album peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart and number 1 on the iTunes Reggae Albums chart. Chronixx’s follow-up album Chronology was released in 2017 and reached number 1 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart.
Chronology was nominated for Best Reggae Album at the 60th Grammy Awards. In 2019, Chronixx embarked on his first headlining North American tour in support of his album Laila’s Wisdom. The tour sold out shows across the United States and Canada.
His life
Chronixx, born Jamar Rolando McNaughton, is a reggae singer from Jamaica. He is known for his messages of peace, love, and justice. He began his musical career as a youngster, performing with the group Chronicle. He later embarked on a solo career, releasing his debut album Chronology in 2017.
Chronixx was born in Montego Bay, Jamaica, on October 10, 1992. He is the son of Jamaican reggae artist Joseph ‘Chin’ Mcnaughton and Byorcef McNaughton-Clarke. His paternal grandfather is Vincent ‘King’ Dodd who was an influential sound system owner and producer in the 1960s and 1970s. His cousin Dre Island is also a reggae singer.
Chronixx began writing songs at the age of 13 and by age 15 he had co-written six songs for Bounty Killer’s MySpace page. In 2010, he was featured on Lutan Fyah’s single “Mama.” The following year he collaborated with Jo Mersa Marley on the single “Solid As A Rock.”
In 2012, Chronixx released his first mixtape “Hear Me Cry,” which included the singles ” Smile Jamaica” and “Warrior.” The mixtape was well-received by critics and fans alike.
In 2013, he toured Japan and Europe with Ky-Mani Marley. His song “Here Comes Trouble” was featured in the 2013 film Breathe In starring Guy Pearce and Amy Ryan.
In 2014, Chronixx released his second mixtape “The Dread & Terrible Project.” The mixtape included the singles “Capture Land” and “Alpha & Omega.”
In 2015, Chronixx toured North America with Ziggy Marley. His song “Woman I Love” was featured in the 2015 film Sleight starring Jacob Latimore and Seychelle Gabriel.
In 2016, Chronixx released his debut album Chronology which included the singles “Likes” and “Skankin’ Sweet.” The album received critical acclaim from music critics and debuted at number two on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart.
Chronixx has won numerous awards including four Grammy Awards, three BET Awards, two MOBO Awards, one Soul Train Music Award, and one American Music Award.
Protoje
Protoje is a Jamaican reggae singer, songwriter, and record producer. His music is a blend of reggae, dub, rock, and hip hop. He has been described as “a key figure in the resurgence of contemporary reggae.”
His music
Protoje’s music is rooted in reggae, with elements of hip hop, dub, and rock. His lyrics are often socially conscious, addressing topics such as black history, police brutality, and corruption. He has released four studio albums: “Seven Year Itch” (2011), “Ancient Future” (2015), “A Matter of Time” (2018), and “In Search of Lost Time” (2021). He has also released several singles, including “Who Knows” featuring Chronixx, which peaked at number one on the Billboard Reggae charts.
His life
Protoje was born in Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica on October 20, 1978. He is a singer, songwriter and record producer. His music is a mix of reggae, Dancehall and R&B. He has released four studio albums: “Seven Year Itch” (2011), “Ancient Future” (2015), “A Matter of Time” (2017) and “In Search of Lost Time” (2019).
Koffee
Koffee is a young Jamaican singer who is making waves in the reggae music industry. At only 19 years old, she has already released a hit album and toured the world. Her music is a mix of reggae, hip hop, and R&B, and her lyrics are empowering and uplifting. If you’re looking for some good reggae music to listen to, definitely check out Koffee!
Her music
Koffee is a Jamaican singer who gained prominence in 2019 with the release of her single “Toast”. She later collaborated with American singer H.E.R. on the song “Could’ve Been”, which peaked at number 31 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Koffee has been described as a “reggae prodigy” and is considered one of the most promising artists in Jamaican music today.
Her life
Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Koffee first picked up a guitar at age six. At age twelve, she started writing her own songs. When she was fourteen, she entered and won a local talent competition. After that, she began to perform at various venues around Kingston.
In 2017, Koffee released her first single, “Burning”. The song was a big hit in Jamaica, and soon after, she released her EP “Rapture”. The EP featured the singles “Toast” and “Blazin’”.
Koffee’s music is a mix of reggae, dancehall, and R&B. In 2019, she collaborated with Popcaan on the single “Love and Affection”. She has also been featured on tracks by Wizkid and Major Lazer.
Popcaan
born and raised in the parish of St. Ann, Popcaan is one of the most popular Jamaican reggae artists of today. His song “Love the Way” was featured in the 2013 film The Purge, and he has collaborated with artists such as Drake, Jamie xx, and Giggs. Popcaan’s music is a mix of reggae, dancehall, and trap, and his lyrics often deal with themes of partying, love, and street life.
His music
Popcaan is a Jamaican singer, songwriter, rapper and record producer whose music is influenced by dancehall and reggae. He is best known for his singles “Ravin'”, “Party Shot”, “Love Yuh Bad” and “El Chapo”.
Born and raised in the parish of St. Thomas, Popcaan began his musical career as a member of the Rastafari movement. His debut studio album, Where We Come From, was released in 2014 to critical acclaim. It peaked at number two on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart and includes the singles “Ravin'” and “Party Shot”.
In 2016, Popcaan signed with Mixpak Records and released his second studio album, Forever. The album peaked at number one on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart and includes the singles “Love Yuh Bad” and “El Chapo”. His third studio album, Vanquish, was released in 2019 and includes the single “Family”.
Popcaan has won several awards, including the MOBO Award for Best Reggae Act in 2014 and the BET Award for Best International Act in 2015.
His life
Born Andrae Hugh Sutherland in 1988, Popcaan is a Jamaican reggae artist who first rose to prominence with his collaboration with Mavado on the track “Million Dollar Man.” He has since gone on to release a number of well-received singles, including “Only Man She Want,” “So We Do It,” and “Everything Nice.” In addition to his solo work, Popcaan has also collaborated with a number of other artists, including Drake, Jamie xx, and Skepta.
