Kingston, Jamaica? A generation ago, reggae anthems by Bob Marley and Peter Tosh preached concepts of “one love,” legal marijuana and social justice. But today’s version of Jamaica’s native music is ...

'Why dem try to make I unhappy, really and truly, I don't know," the gruff yet sinuous voice of Buju Banton chides. The words, from Banton's 1997 hit "Hills and Valleys," are warmly received by the ...

For more than a decade, several reggae artists have been sparking controversy with songs that contain anti-gay lyrics. Beenie Man, Capleton and Buju Banton are among those accused of writing violent, ...

An exploration of the origins of reggae lyrics in the slave trade. Reggae's influence and popularity both within and outside Jamaica reflects its 'third-world origins'. In particular, reggae's roots ...

LONG BEACH – Capleton, the controversial Jamaican reggae singer whose lyrics glorify killing gay people, has been booted off the bill of this weekend’s Ragga Muffins Festival, organizers said.

In the wake of the publicity generated by protests in London and Philadelphia over anti-gay lyrics in the music of Jamaican dancehall star Beenie Man, sportswear manufacturer Puma warned a group of ...

Reggae will drop the use of homophobic lyrics following a new agreement between the music industry and campaigners. Gay rights groups have been targeting artists whose lyrics they say attack or ...