An important figure in the revival of roots reggae in the '00s, Warrior King spins sweet tunes with uplifting messages about education and strong women. He was born Mark Dyer and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, where his musical upbringing consisted of a steady diet of dancehall and lovers rock. His career kicked off in 2001 with the international success of the title track of his debut album, Virtuous Woman. Over the decade, his music became more consciously reggae-oriented as he grew increasingly concerned about the shallowness of modern Jamaican music.