Reggae got soul
Toots and the Maytals · 1976
74 min · 20 tracks · reggae · ska · rocksteady
Joyful harmonies and vibrant rhythms capture the essence of reggae while infusing soul influences throughout.
Reggae got soul is an album by Toots and the Maytals, released in 1976. Joyful harmonies and vibrant rhythms capture the essence of reggae while infusing soul influences throughout. 'Reggae Got Soul' is significant for its role in elevating reggae music's profile internationally. The album features the hit track 'Reggae Got Soul,' which helped cement Toots Hibbert's position as a reggae pioneer and showcased the genre’s potential for broader mainstream appeal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Reggae got soul sound like?
Joyful harmonies and vibrant rhythms capture the essence of reggae while infusing soul influences throughout. Rooted in reggae and ska.
What makes Reggae got soul by Toots and the Maytals notable?
'Reggae Got Soul' is significant for its role in elevating reggae music's profile internationally. The album features the hit track 'Reggae Got Soul,' which helped cement Toots Hibbert's position as a reggae pioneer and showcased the genre’s potential for broader mainstream appeal. By 1976, Toots and the Maytals had become a leading force in reggae, following their commercial success with 'Monkey Man' in 1969. 'Reggae Got Soul' came as a crucial moment in their career, showcasing their ability to blend traditional reggae sounds with elements of soul and rocksteady, solidifying their influence on the genre.
How many songs are on Reggae got soul?
Reggae got soul has 20 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Rasta Man Standout 5:58
- 2 Premature 2:51
- 3 So Bad 2:57
- 4 Six And Seven Books 3:32
- 5 I Shall Sing 2:43
- 6 Reggae Got Soul Standout 3:09
- 7 Everybody Needs Lovin' 3:11
- 8 Living In The Ghetto Standout 3:29
- 9 True Love Is Hard To Find 4:15
- 10 Never You Change 2:57
- 11 Dog War 3:05
- 12 Rhythm Down Low (Original Version) 3:23
- 13 Missing You (Original Version) 5:05
- 14 So You Say 4:55
- 15 Treat Me Bad 4:02
- 16 Every Day And Every Night 3:19
- 17 Acting So Funny 3:45
- 18 Two Different Styles 4:03
- 19 Rhythm Premature Dub 3:04
- 20 True Love Is Hard To Find Dub 4:23
Release Date
January 1, 1976
Artist Origin
Jamaica
Runtime
74 min 16 sec
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