Probably the most creative of music genres, when done correctly. People who don't like are more than likely dorks and posers who listen to Sum41 and don't know how to play an instrument.
by MandyB January 14, 2005
Get the Ska mug.A genre of music which originated in Jamaica, mid 1900's. Ska is the precursor to reggae music, which in America seems to be a more popular genre, and has never been widely accepted as a true style of music (meaning you won't find it as a tag on iTunes as of today, October 13th, '09). Many people are haters of ska music, and some of my close friends are big fans. I don't see what the big deal is about popularity and social standards. I like ska because it's full of hype and positive energy, and I love to dance to it. I get dirty looks from people when I play ska in the car or on my stereo, especially when they hear the horn section (tends to induce a WHAT-THE-FUCK-ARE-YOU-LISTENING-TO?!" response) And it's funny, if I take the time to play the band "Cake" before a ska song, people are suddenly reminded that having a horn section in a band isn't a reason to tell the DJ to go fuck himself/herself. Let's be honest. I'm a white middle class suburban kid. I'm not a "gangsta", and therefore, I'm not going to be superficial and listen to rap music because everyone else does and because it makes me feel like I'm the shit. If I like a rap song, I'll listen to it because I like the tone, the rhythm, the rhyme: The same reason why I like Ska. I'm going to be cheesy now: Ska has heart and soul. I love it because it makes me happy and makes me feel young. As I grow older, I won't stop listening to Ska, because it's not a dead genre, and it will never die. I'll shut up now. Skank On!
by DingoDog22 October 15, 2009
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It came from Jamaica, and has gone through many stages. But it's summed up as good, honest music to dance (SKANK) to.
It is one of the most diverse genres, going from dreadlock-ed colored guys singing about Jah to grinning smartass punk rockers.
People that listen to ska are often happy, witty, and open-minded
It is one of the most diverse genres, going from dreadlock-ed colored guys singing about Jah to grinning smartass punk rockers.
People that listen to ska are often happy, witty, and open-minded
by xcaptainmetalx July 24, 2009
Get the Ska mug.'Third Wave' ska is the most common these days, a combination of upbeat music with meaningful lyrics.
The general message (when it's not about something random like showers or pigeons) seems to be life has its downsides but we can still feel good about it.
The general message (when it's not about something random like showers or pigeons) seems to be life has its downsides but we can still feel good about it.
Less Than Jake, Catch 22, Goldfinger, Reel Big Fish, Mustard Plug, Sublime, Rancid, Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Spunge, NOFX, Pietasters...
by Spike December 12, 2004
Get the Ska mug.ska a style of both music and guitar playing ska is often up beat and played with an upward strum of the guitar and played on the off beat
there were 3 main types of ska trad, 2 tone and 3rd wave though there are some others
it is often mistaken that ska was derived from reggae
there were 3 main types of ska trad, 2 tone and 3rd wave though there are some others
it is often mistaken that ska was derived from reggae
by Mine is Mine May 13, 2005
Get the ska mug.A term commonly referred to by second semester seniors, meaning "Seniors Kick Ass." Typically used during both good and bad nights, usually comes during a string of profanities.
by LooshMaGoosh January 3, 2010
Get the SKA mug.Ska originated in Jamaica when traditional reggae met with the american jazz scene. The "punk" sound came from brittain, and soon people all over the world were listening to the Rudies.
One of the most distincive parts of ska music is Skanking. It's a dance that consists of a whole two steps, and is all about fun. The word you're thinking is the slang "skank", right? That word came from the rudies, who, after dancing for an hour, would be very sweaty.
Ska still lives on today. There are many ska bands still around, and many are jumping into the punk rock scene such as Leftover Crack (Formerly known as Choking Victim). Many still play the old two-tone style, which is slower...but most play and upbeat punk sound with the destinctive guitar beat, and the good old trumpet, trombone and sax.
One of the most distincive parts of ska music is Skanking. It's a dance that consists of a whole two steps, and is all about fun. The word you're thinking is the slang "skank", right? That word came from the rudies, who, after dancing for an hour, would be very sweaty.
Ska still lives on today. There are many ska bands still around, and many are jumping into the punk rock scene such as Leftover Crack (Formerly known as Choking Victim). Many still play the old two-tone style, which is slower...but most play and upbeat punk sound with the destinctive guitar beat, and the good old trumpet, trombone and sax.
There is a ska band here in michigan by the name of Thirteen Thirty-Six. They are very new, less than 2 years old, and are playing shows with growing popularity.
Catch 22 still does shows, which people love to watch.
Ska is NOT dead. Everyone has their opinions. If you like rap, you probably won't like ska. Just don't waste your time trying to give it a bad name. Especially on a dictionary site. Do you have no lives?
Catch 22 still does shows, which people love to watch.
Ska is NOT dead. Everyone has their opinions. If you like rap, you probably won't like ska. Just don't waste your time trying to give it a bad name. Especially on a dictionary site. Do you have no lives?
by SkaLives May 30, 2006
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