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When it comes to reggae the most known name is obviously Bob Marley but when asked for secondary icons Peter Tosh might come to mind. And as almost any Jamaican, Tosh had ties to Marley. He was part of the Wailers but when Chris Blackwell of Island records refused to release this album, he left the Wailers. That didn't mean his relationship with Bob Marley was over, in fact Tosh collaborated with Marley on the track "Why Must I Cry", one of the most emotional songs Tosh would ever write.

It wasn't long before Peter found a home at CBS Records. They released Legalize It, Tosh's debut solo album to rave reviews. The title track became a Jamaican anthem for the legalization of marijuana. Two albums out of Tosh's catalog are essential reggae listening: this one and the sophomore album Equal Rights. This one is probably the most important because it established Tosh as a very impressive and equally influential solo artist. There is a nice mix between spiritual songs, political songs and personal songs on Legalize It. If you want to get into the roots of reggae, this album is essential.