Althea and Donna were a Jamaican female singing duo who gained international recognition with their hit single "Uptown Top Ranking" in 1978. The song, which was produced by Joe Gibbs, became a chart-topping success in the United Kingdom and other parts of the world, making Althea and Donna the first female reggae duo to achieve such widespread success.Althea Forrest and Donna Reid met as teenagers in Kingston, Jamaica, in the early 1970s. They both had a passion for music and started singing together at local events and talent shows. They were discovered by Joe Gibbs, a prominent reggae producer, who saw their potential and decided to record them."Uptown Top Ranking" was their debut single, and it became an instant hit, with its catchy melody and distinctive Jamaican patois lyrics. The song's success was attributed to its unique sound, which blended elements of reggae, dub, and dancehall, and its relatable lyrics that spoke to the experiences of young Jamaican women following the success of "Uptown Top Ranking," Althea and Donna released their debut album, also titled "Uptown Top Ranking," which included several other popular tracks such as "Gone to Negril" and "Puppy Dog Song." The album was well-received by critics and fans alike and solidified their place in the reggae music scene. Despite their success, Althea and Donna's career was short-lived, and they never released another album together. The duo parted ways in the early 1980s, and both pursued solo careers in the music industry. However, their contribution to reggae music and their impact on Jamaican culture cannot be overstated. Althea and Donna's music continues to be celebrated and appreciated by fans of reggae music worldwide, and "Uptown Top Ranking" remains a classic in the genre. Their legacy as one of the first female reggae duos to achieve international success has paved the way for other female artists to follow in their footsteps and make their mark on the music industry.