Month-long celebration in Jamaica honoring reggae music's impact with concerts, exhibitions, and cultural events.
Dirty
A term used to describe something that is wild, raunchy, or explicit, often referring to explicit lyrics or dance moves in dancehall music.
Patois: Di DJ drop some dutty lyrics dat mash up di place
English: The DJ plays some dirty lyrics that rock the place.
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A gathering or session where Rastafarians come together to reason, meditate, and discuss spiritual and social matters
Patois: Wi hold an i-tation and share wisdom and knowledge
English: We have an i-tation and share wisdom and knowledge
I respect you
A phrase used to express respect or admiration for someone, often used to acknowledge their skills, character, or achievements
Patois: Mi rate yuh, bredda. Yuh always stay true to yourself
English: I respect you, brother. You always stay true to yourself
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