Initially, dancehall music emerged in the early 1980s from reggae and sound system tradition in the country. It was a direct response to the dominance of studio dance music and showcased rapping over simple rhythms. Over the late 1980s, it transformed more hardcore, incorporating elements of hip hop and dance beats. The nineties witnessed major exp

Dancehall music emerged in the late 70s Jamaica, evolving from roots reggae's slower tempo and adding synthesized instrumentation. Initially a community event in Kingston dancehalls , it quickly gained popularity amongst the younger generation. The shift toward more upbeat rhythms and MCing's prominence – whereby DJs chanted over backing tracks �