Roots Reggae, by how it feels

Roots Reggae is mostly low-intensity. 2 of the 21 songs analyzed land in the safe range.

The character of Roots Reggae

Across the 21 Roots Reggae songs we've measured, intensity averages 42/100 — calmer than the typical song we measure (46/100).

They run from Forever Loving Jah (the calmest here, 16) to Ride Natty Ride (the most charged, 50), with layered textures most common and changes you can mostly see coming. It spans 1970–1980.

The widest dynamic swing belongs to Ride Natty Ride.

Safe for sensitive ears (2)

Controlled — moderate intensity (19)

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