Popular Reggae: Western Music Artist Rankings [2025]

Womp PortalGanja White Night x Subtronics43rank/position

Ganja White Night x Subtronics – Womp Portal | Official Music Video | Animation | 2023

The electric duo Ganja White Night, hugely supported within the scene.

Known for their dubstep-centered sound, they’ve dropped numerous hit tunes to date.

Their collaborative track with Philadelphia-based dubstep producer Subtronics is Womp Portal.

It’s a slower-tempo dubstep track, but thanks to its many sections, it’s crafted with a sharp, dynamic feel.

Place In Your HeartGarnett Silk44rank/position

Garnett Silk – Place In Your Heart [Best Quality]

Garnett Silk was a singer so talented that he was even called the second coming of Bob Marley, but he sadly passed away in an accident in 1994.

His beautiful singing voice is, of course, his greatest appeal, but with lyrics centered on themes of love and culture, he was also a remarkable artist with outstanding songwriting talent.

Night NurseGREGORY ISAACS45rank/position

Night Nurse

The classic song Night Nurse by Jamaican reggae artist Gregory Isaacs was released in 1982.

Showcasing Isaacs’s smooth vocals and profound emotional expression, it remains one of the most beloved tracks in reggae music.

His voice gently fills the holes in the heart.

Whether you’re familiar with reggae or not, why not give this masterpiece a listen?

Sweat (A La La Long)Inner Circle46rank/position

Inner Circle – Sweat (A La La Long)

Inner Circle is a legendary reggae band that originated in Jamaica and rose to global fame.

Their signature song, “Sweat (A La La Long),” has been lighting up charts around the world since its release in 1992.

The track is characterized by a catchy, rhythmic melody centered on the theme of love for a special woman.

What’s more, the upbeat intro has a unique charm that makes your heart start dancing the moment you hear it.

It’s perfect for laid-back moments and carries an encouraging message.

Why not step into the world of reggae that Inner Circle showcases, starting with this song?

Yahoo BoyzIntence47rank/position

Intence – Yahoo Boyz (Official Video)

Intence is an artist gaining popularity in Jamaica’s reggae scene.

Because his global recognition is still limited, even people familiar with reggae may not know him.

His sound blends dancehall with trap music, giving it a strong hip-hop edge, and he’s popular among Jamaican youth.

That distinctive style is clear in “Yahoo Boyz” as well, so it’s recommended for hip-hop fans too.

Let’s Do It AgainJ Boog48rank/position

J Boog – Let’s Do It Again (Official Video)

J Boog is a reggae singer from the United States and is also one of the leading figures in Hawaii’s reggae scene.

His songs are mostly island reggae, so I think people who like surf music will find them easy to enjoy.

This track is one version over the “Major Riddim,” so I also recommend checking out songs by other artists on the same riddim.

Niggas In ParisJAY Z, Kanye West49rank/position

Jay-Z & Kanye West – Ni**as In Paris (Explicit)

A collaboration by American rappers Jay-Z and Kanye West.

Released as a digital download in 2011, it won a Grammy Award.

Produced with involvement from Hit-Boy, the track was recorded at the five-star Hotel Meurice in Paris.