What is the best Third World album of all time?

By YPB Team

Jamaica's most genre-spanning reggae band blended roots, funk, rock, and soul across four decades of unforgettable records. From island classics to Stevie Wonder-produced moments — where do you stand?

  1. 96° in the Shade — ranked #11
    96° in the Shade
    The 1977 breakthrough album mixing reggae with rock and soul, launching Third World to international success.
  2. Journey to Addis — ranked #22
    Journey to Addis
    The 1978 album featuring the massive hit Now That We Found Love, a fusion of reggae and pop-soul.
  3. You've Got the Power — ranked #33
    You've Got the Power
    The 1982 Grammy-nominated album featuring their iconic cover of Try Jah Love that became a global hit.
  4. Rock the World — ranked #44
    Rock the World
    The 1981 album with a harder edge, showcasing Third World's versatility across reggae and funk styles.
  5. The Story's Been Told — ranked #55
    The Story's Been Told
    The 1979 album continuing their winning streak with heartfelt roots reggae and smooth melodic songwriting.
  6. Sense of Purpose — ranked #66
    Sense of Purpose
    The 1985 album produced by Stevie Wonder bringing Third World a brand new audience with polished pop-reggae.
  7. All the Way Strong — ranked #77
    All the Way Strong
    The 1983 confident roots-pop album maintaining their Grammy momentum with tight rhythms and radio-friendly hooks.

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