Definitions of "Rocksteady"

1. Rocksteady (Noun)

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A precursor to reggae, characterized by its slower tempo and harmonious melodies, often focusing on themes of love and relationships

Example Sentences

Patois: Mi love di sweet melodies of rocksteady music
English: I love the sweet melodies of rocksteady music

Related Words

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

posted by anonymous on August 8, 2023

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Iyaric: The Language of Rastafari

One of the key elements of the Rastafari language is the use of what is called "Iyaric," a form of Jamaican Patois that is considered to be the "holy language" of Rastafarians. Iyaric, also known as Dread Talk, is the Rastafari language created in defiance of English as an imposed colonial language that facilitated the loss of African languages among enslaved Afro-Caribbeans.

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Other Definitions of "Rocksteady"

2. Rocksteady (Noun)

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Rocksteady is a partner dance style that emerged in the 1960s, known for its smooth and synchronized movements to the rhythm of rocksteady music.

Related Words

Dinki Mini , Myal , Maypole , Quadrille ,

posted by anonymous on June 23, 2023

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