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1. Ragga (Noun)


English Translation

Ragamuffin


Definition

A subgenre of dancehall music


Example Sentences

Patois: Mi love di raw energy a ragga music.
English: I love the raw energy of ragamuffin music.


Related Words

Roots , Reggae , Bam Bam , Burning Spear ,



posted by anonymous on May 25, 2024


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2. Ragga


Definition

a sub-genre of reggae music featuring fast-paced vocals and Dancehall beats


Example Sentences

Patois: I like dancing to Ragga
English: Mi like dance to Ragga


Related Words

One Drop , One Love , No woman no cry , Patan ,



posted by anonymous on February 2, 2023



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