She embarked on tough times during her career, as many producers back then didn’t want to produce her music. She’s probably most famously known for her track Shine Eye Boy, which was her first solo single. She found success in 1978 with her debut single Plan Your Family. She is also considered one of the first female dancehall DJs, along with Sister Nancy. Ann, whose real name is Barbara Ann Smith, rose to fame in the mid-’70s. Lady Ann paved the way for female dancehall artistes in a time when it was difficult.
In the world of entertainment there is always competition, so today we’re exploring the top 15 female artistes that have significantly influenced and ultimately revolutionized dancehall music.
Though still dominated by men, these women have boldly stood amidst their counterparts, holding their own and generating huge fan bases revering of their musical renditions. The dancehall genre of music has evolved tremendously over the years becoming a global phenomenon, particularly from the rise of female artistes that have emerged on the scene.
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