The major reemergence of reggae rock icons Sublime has been one of the biggest stories in reggae over the last two years and the band’s return to its vintage form with “Ensenada” make it the 2025 Daily Reggae “Song of the Year”.

2025 truly was a massive year for reggae. From traditional roots reggae tracks to innovative cross genre sounds, reggae music fans had so much new music to connect with. Here are the tunes that really grabbed our attention. These are the 2025 Daily Reggae Awards “Song of the Year” Nominees.

Ensenada delivers all the hallmarks of classic Sublime—reggae grooves, party rhythms, and heartfelt lyrics—while introducing Jakob as a confident torchbearer. It feels less like a resurrection and more like the start of a new chapter—warm, genuine, and alive with possibility.