VA- Living For The City: Soul Reggae Classics

Label: Trojan

Reissued 7/10/2026

An essential collection showcasing some of the finest and most sought-after reggae interpretations of R&B classics from the 1970s, performed by some of Jamaica's most celebrated artists. Featuring numerous, long-standing classics alongside long-forgotten rarities. The recordings not only reflect the profound influence of American R&B on the Jamaican music scene throughout the decade but also demonstrate the exceptional ability of the island's music makers to transform soul classics into reggae masterpieces. The result is a truly fascinating and compelling listen, guaranteed to get you in the mood for dancing.

Track listing:

1. Justice to the People
2. I'm A Changed Man
3. Be Thankful For What You've Got
4. (We The People Who Are) Darker Than Blue
5. Living For The City
6. Children Of The Night
7. Let's Get It On
8. Ain't No Sunshine
9. If You Don't Know Me By Now
10. Imagination
11. I Forgot to Be Your Lover aka To Be a Lover [7" Jamaican Mix]
12. Skin Tight