PJ Far-West & Ras Mundele continue their creative journey with the release of “Reggae Gone,” a thoughtful new single that honors reggae’s enduring legacy while questioning its modern direction. The track follows years of collaboration between Bart Petitjean and Eric Rongé, a partnership that began with an interview for reggae.be and later produced several singles, culminating in the mini-album PJ Far-West Selecta Meets Ras Mundele.
Featuring vocals by Kian Sol from Tobago, drums by Dubmian of Argentina, lyrics by Ras Mundele, and music by PJ Far-West Selecta, “Reggae Gone” brings together international talent to deliver a powerful message. The song reflects on nearly five decades of involvement with reggae music, expressing concern over the genre’s increasing commercialization and the fading visibility of its revolutionary spirit.
While acknowledging that reggae’s commitment to justice, resistance, and social change still exists, the artists encourage listeners to reconnect with the music’s original purpose. Supported by a modern Jamaican production, the single bridges classic reggae values with contemporary sound, reminding audiences of the message captured in its lyrics: “Remember why di music born.”
