Marcia Griffiths, the Queen of Reggae, will receive the Icons Award for her decades-long career during Jamaica’s Reggae Month Celebrations. She will be awarded during the Reggae Open University’s, JaRIA’s Reggae Wednesday concert series. In addition to being awarded, Griffiths will also grace the stage with a performance alongside the Reggae Symphony Orchestra.
Reggae Month 2025 will be celebrated under the theme “Come Ketch Di Riddim” throughout February. Minister of Culture Olivia Grange provided details about the events during a ministerial statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday. The festivities will kick off on February 1 with a tribute to reggae legend Dennis Brown at his resting place in National Heroes’ Park.
On February 2, the Reggae Month Church Service will be held at Fellowship Tabernacle, followed by the Bob Marley Tribute Concert on February 6 at Emancipation Park. The concert will feature a stellar lineup, including Jamaican acts such as Bushman, Warrior King, Aza Lineage, and more. Headliners include Julian Marley, Bob Marley’s son, and Skip Marley, his grandson, along with international acts like Anti-Doping from Mexico and Nonpalidece from Argentina, showcasing reggae’s global reach and influence.
Marcia Griffiths is a renowned Jamaican singer and one of the most influential figures in the reggae and ska music scenes. Often referred to as the “Queen of Reggae,” Griffiths has enjoyed a long and successful career, known for her powerful voice and significant contributions to the genre. She first gained national attention as a member of the successful ska group The Zodiacs in the 1960s before becoming a prominent solo artist.
Her career truly took off when she teamed up with Bob Marley and the Wailers as a backup vocalist in the early 1970s. Griffiths became part of the iconic reggae group, contributing to some of their most well-known tracks. One of her most famous songs, “Electric Boogie,” later became a global hit and inspired the “Electric Slide” dance craze in the 1980s.
Throughout her career, Marcia Griffiths has earned numerous accolades, including recognition for her achievements in music and her impact on reggae. Her legacy also includes her advocacy for social issues and her role as a cultural ambassador for Jamaica. Today, she remains one of the most respected and beloved artists in the world of reggae.
