Robert Nesta Marley was born on February 6, 1945. He has been referred to by many, as the pioneer of Reggae music, exposing it to international scene. He was a Jamaican singer-songwriter and philosopher, who believed in the equal rights of all people. Taking his Rastafarian religion, he spread the message of love across the globe, and ideas that people can live together as one regardeless of their differences. Earlier in his career he merged with other up and coming artist to form a group known as the Wailers. He was the lead singer and guitarist spreading the sounds of ska, rock steady and reggae melodies to a worldwide audience.
Marley’s best known songs were. Redemption Song, I Shot the Sheriff, No Woman No Cry, Exodus and Stand Up, among others. He started a movement in Jamaica to unite the two Political Parities which was under much scrutiny at the time. His biggest defining moment came when he did a benefit concert in Jamaica. Bob united the two political parties on stage for the first time, while they shook hands and reconcile their difference. Shortly after Marley was diagnose with an illness that took his life at the age of 36. Though his life was taken so sudden, his message lives on in the hearts of many. He was a visionary activist and musician who used his talent for the greater good of humanity, connecting all races, religion and creed, spite of their differences. Today he is one of the all-time best selling reggae artist. Selling over 20 million copies in the US alone. He will always be known as the King of Reggae. Long Lives the King!!!!!
Marley’s best known songs were. Redemption Song, I Shot the Sheriff, No Woman No Cry, Exodus and Stand Up, among others. He started a movement in Jamaica to unite the two Political Parities which was under much scrutiny at the time. His biggest defining moment came when he did a benefit concert in Jamaica. Bob united the two political parties on stage for the first time, while they shook hands and reconcile their difference. Shortly after Marley was diagnose with an illness that took his life at the age of 36. Though his life was taken so sudden, his message lives on in the hearts of many. He was a visionary activist and musician who used his talent for the greater good of humanity, connecting all races, religion and creed, spite of their differences. Today he is one of the all-time best selling reggae artist. Selling over 20 million copies in the US alone. He will always be known as the King of Reggae. Long Lives the King!!!!!
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