Bob Marley was a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and musician. Considered one of the pioneers of reggae, his musical career was marked by fusing elements of reggae, ska, and rocksteady, as well as his distinctive vocal and songwriting style. Marley’s contributions to music increased the visibility of Jamaican music worldwide, and made him a global figure in popular culture for over a decade. Over the course of his career Marley became known as a Rastafari icon, and he infused his music with a sense of spirituality. He is also considered a global symbol of Jamaican music and culture and identity, and was controversial in his outspoken support for the legalization of marijuana, while he also advocated for Pan-Africanism.
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1.Three little birds-Promotes positivity in the face of adversity
2.No woman, no cry-Call to a woman in his life to be positive and not to worry about the bad times
3.Is this love-Song was dedicated to Bob’s wife Rita
4.Could you be loved-Reggae fans considered it to be disco influenced song
5.Jamming-In Jamaican terms, it refers to getting together or celebration
6.Buffalo soldier-Bob’s lyrics uses the buffalo soldiers fight for survival during Indian wars as a symbol of black resistance and identity
7.Redemption song-Acoustic song with contemplative and personal touch
8.One love -One love for the brothers and sisters all over the planet
9.Waiting in vain-Song details Marley’s frustration with having to wait for her love without knowing whether or not it will work out
10.I shot the sheriff-Narrator claims he shot the local sheriff but falsely accused of having killed the deputy
