Got to Be Tough (Toots and the Maytals album)

Got to Be Tough is the final studio album by Jamaican reggae and ska band Toots and the Maytals, released in 2020. It was released shortly before the death of frontman Toots Hibbert. The album marks the band's return to recording after a hiatus of more than ten years since their previous studio album, Flip and Twist.

Got to Be Tough features a blend of classic reggae rhythms and contemporary sounds. Lyrically, the album addresses themes of resilience, social justice, and the need for unity in the face of adversity. It also includes more personal reflections on Hibbert's life and career.

The album was met with generally positive reviews, with critics praising its vibrant energy and the strength of Hibbert's vocals. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 2021, winning posthumously for Toots and the Maytals.