+Mento is a vibrant, traditional [Folk Music](/wiki/folk_music) from Jamaica, a key precursor to global sounds like [Reggae](/wiki/reggea). Characterized by acoustic instruments and often playful, lyrical tales, it blends African rhythms with European melodies, shaping the island's distinct musical identity.
+## See also
+- [Calypso](/wiki/calypso)
+- [Ska](/wiki/ska)
+- [Dancehall](/wiki/dancehall)
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