At first, reggae music arose in the early 1980s from reggae and dub culture in Jamaica. It was a direct answer to the popularity of polished reggae and showcased rapping over simple rhythms. Throughout the eighties, it became more fast, incorporating elements of hip hop and electronic beats. Nineteen nineties experienced major expansion and develop

Dancehall music sprung in early Jamaica, developing from roots reggae's more relaxed tempo and adding electronic instrumentation. Initially a grassroots party in Kingston nightclubs , it quickly drew popularity amongst the younger generation. The change toward more upbeat rhythms and MCing's prominence – through DJs spoke over riddims – defined