At first, riddim scene emerged in the early 1980s from reggae and sound system heritage in Jamaica. This genre was a raw response to the popularity of digital reggae and presented rapping over minimal rhythms. During the eighties, dancehall evolved more fast, incorporating elements of hip hop and dance music. Nineteen nineties saw further expansion

Dancehall music originated in the late 70s Jamaica, developing from reggae's rhythmic tempo and incorporating digital instrumentation. Initially a community party in Kingston nightclubs , it quickly drew attention amongst youths . The shift toward quicker rhythms and deejaying's prominence – whereby DJs chanted over instrumental – signaled a no