Back in the day, there was a lot of slavery. Africans were slaved and used to conduct heavy and back breaking work. They were even separated from their families to live harsh lives and pretty much, not to have freedom.
A lot of these slaves escaped from their harsh conditions and moved to places like Egypt and Jamaica. They were mostly religious people that practiced Christianity and had to fight against the machine of society telling them that what they do or their lifestyle was wrong and that they would never "survive". They wouldn't comb their hair and left it to grow. As it grew it locked, and those with nappy hair/locks were to be dreaded or feared.
Living life was difficult and it was a struggle as a slave. There were emotions that were high and a lot of un-easiness and un-rest. When slavery was banned these "were slaves" stayed rebellious because they would not easily forgot what happened to them and how they were treated. They remained rebellious by growing their dreadlocks and made a bold statement that they will never be enslaved again. They celebrated their freedom through this statement that they will do what they want at any time, without having to ask for permission.
So next time you see someone with dreadlocks, remember that they're making a fashion statement but don't forget that there is lot of history and meaning that goes behind dreadlocks.
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