Originally, riddim music developed in the early 1980s from roots reggae and sound system heritage in the island. This genre was a immediate answer to the rise of studio reggae and featured rapping over simple beats. Throughout the eighties, the style evolved more hardcore, incorporating aspects of hip hop and urban beats. The 1990s witnessed major

Dancehall vibe originated in early Jamaica, developing from ska's slower tempo and adding electronic instrumentation. Initially a local event in Kingston dancehalls , it quickly gained attention amongst young people . The transition toward more upbeat rhythms and toasting's prominence – in which DJs chanted over riddims – signaled a noticeable