Starting out in 1963 with the group Bob Marley & The Wailers, he forged a distinctive song-writing and vocal style that would later resonate with audiences worldwide.
The Wailers would go on to release some of the earliest reggae records with producer Lee Scratch Perry.
After The Wailers disbanded in 1974, Marley pursued a solo career which culminated in the release of the album Exodus in 1977 which established his worldwide reputation and became one of the world's best-selling artists of all time, with sales of more than 75 million albums and singles.
Bob Marley was a member of this Rastafari movement, whose culture was a key element in the development of reggae. Bob Marley became the leading proponent of the Rastafari, taking their music out of socially deprived areas of Jamaica and onto the international music scene.
Now considered a "Rasta" prophet, Marley's adoption of the characteristic Rastafarian dreadlocks and famous use of marijuana as a sacred sacrament in the late sixties were an integral part of his persona. He is said to have entered every performance proclaiming the divinity of Jah Rastafari.
A few months before his death, Marley was baptised into the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and took the name Berhane Selassie (meaning the Light of the Holy Trinity in Amharic).
His best known songs are a mixture of reggae, Roots Reggae, and rhythm and blues, which include:
I Shot the Sheriff
Exodus
Could You Be Loved
Redemption Song
No Woman, No Cry
Three Little Birds
Buffalo Soldier
Is This Love
One Love
Stir It Up
Jammin'
Get Up, Stand Up
His posthumous album Legend (1984) became the best-selling reggae album ever, with sales of more than 12 million copies.
Bob Marley was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994; in December 1999, his album “Exodus” (1977) was named Album of the Century by Time Magazine and his song “One Love” was designated Song of the Millennium by the BBC.
Awards and Honors:
1976 - Rolling Stone Magazine's "Band of the Year"
1978 - United Nations' Peace Medal of the Third World
1981 - Jamaican Order of Merit
1994 - The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
1999 - Time Magazine's Best Album of the Century
2001 - Star at the Hollywood Walk of Fame
2001- GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award
2004 - Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Artists of All Time (#11)
2006 - The United Kingdom's "Blue Plaque"
2006 - Bob Marley Boulevard named in Brooklyn, New York
2010 - GRAMMY Hall Of Fame (Catch A Fire)
2012 - August the 7th, proclamed Bob Marley Day (Los Angeles)
2013 - GRAMMY Tribute Performance
Marley tragically died of cancer at Cedars of Lebanon Hospital in Miami, Florida on May 11, 1981.
Religion:
Bob Marley was a member of the Rastafari movement, (not rastafaranism as that is seen as a derogortory term as Rasta's don't like being refered to as an ism) whose culture was a key element in the development of reggae music in Jamaica. Rastas belive they are outcast from their native Zion and looked on Ethiopia as their real home and Tafarai Makonnen, who took the title Haile Sellasie I(Power of the Holy Trinity in Amharic), after he became the emperor of Ethiopia, as their leader. Rastas belive H.I.M. is Jesus in flesh. Rastas are considered to be black Jews.
Rastas claim their root from King Solomon and Abbysinian queen of Sheba, through lineage of their son Menelik, emperor of Abbysinia. H.I.M. is said to be a direct decendant of Menelik. 'Ras' means Head and 'Tafarai" means Creator. 'Jah' is the shortened form of the Hebrew word Jehovah. Rastas belive in one truth and that is the truth of His Imperial Majesty, Emperor Haile Sellasie I, King of kings, Lord of lords, conquering Lion of the tribe of Judah, two hundred and twenty-fifth ruler of the three thousand year old Ethiopian empire, elect of Jah, Light of the world. Jah Rastafari live out. Rastas preach a non-materialistic, egalitarian way of life. Bob Marley became a leading proponent of the Rastafari, taking their music out of the socially deprived areas of Jamaica and onto the international music scene. Bob Marley was baptized by the Archbishop of the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Church in Kingston, Jamaica on November 4, 1980.
Diet:
Marley's diet was ital; fruit, vegetables and fish; which is food approved by the Rastafari movement.
Family:
Bob Marley had 13 children: three with his wife Rita Marley, two adopted from Rita's previous relationships, and the remaining eight with separate women.
His children are, in order of birth:
Imani Carole, born May 22, 1963, to Cheryl Murray;
Sharon, born November 23, 1964, to Rita in previous relationship;
Cedella born August 23, 1967, to Rita;
David "Ziggy Marley", born October 17, 1968, to Rita;
Stephen Marley, born April 20, 1972, to Rita;
Robert "Robbie", born May 16, 1972, to Pat Williams;
Rohan, born May 19, 1972, to Janet Hunt;
Karen, born 1973 to Janet Bowen;
Stephanie, born August 17, 1974; according to Cedella Booker she was the daughter of Rita and a man called Ital with whom Rita had an affair; nonetheless she was acknowledged as Bob's daughter;
Julian Marley, born June 4, 1975, to Lucy Pounder;
Ky-Mani Marley, born February 26, 1976, to Anita Belnavis;
Damian Marley, born July 21, 1978, to Cindy Breakspeare;
Makeda, born May 30, 1981, to Yvette Crichton.
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All in One
Bob Marley Lyrics
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Let me tell you what I know now
Bend down low
Let me tell you what I know, what I know, what I know
Long time, we no have no nice time
Doo-yoo-doo-dun-doo, yeah, think about that
Long, long, long, long time, we no have no nice time
One love, one heart
Let's get together and feel alright
One love, hear my plea, one heart
Give thanks and praise to the Lord, and I will feel alright
Simmer down, you lickin' too hot, so
Simmer down, soon you'll get dropped, so
Simmer down, man, you hear what I say?
After he
Breaks your heart
Then you'll be sad, so sad
And then your teardrops start
I tell you, then you'll know how
It hurts to be alone
Oh, what a (... feeling ...), what a feeling (... be blue)
Oh, what a feeling, oh, what a feeling
(Oh, what a feeling to be blue)
Have you ever had a lonesome feeling?
This was cause through love and affection
This was cause through love and affection
This was cause through love and affection
Mm, feel them spirit
I'm gonna put it on
Feel them spirit
I'm gonna put it on
Yes, my friend
We're in the streets again
Yes, my friend
Dem set we free again ...
The song "All in One" by Bob Marley is rich in messages with each verse telling a tale about love, unity, and freedom. The first two verses speak about the tough times (long time, we no have no nice time) and encourage people to bend down low to listen to the message of hope and love the singer is spreading. Bob Marley encourages unity among people in the third verse, reminding them that everyone has one heart and one love, and thus they should come together to feel alright. He then moves to the next verse where he advises young people to manage their emotions and not let their love for someone burn them out (Simmer down, you licking too hot).
In the fifth verse, the singer shares an important message about heartbreak, sadness, and loneliness. He cautions those who are in love to be careful since they might end up heartbroken, which could lead to loneliness and sadness. Nonetheless, the song ends on a high note with a message of hope and freedom (Yes, my friend, We're in the streets again, Yes, my friend, Dem set we free again).
Overall, Bob Marley's song, "All in One," is an inspiring and motivational piece that speaks about love, unity, hope, and freedom. The song is a perfect combination of a rhythmic quality and significant messages that remain timeless for generations to come.
Line by Line Meaning
Bend down low
Lower yourself to my level so I can share some knowledge
Let me tell you what I know now
I am about to share some knowledge with you
Let me tell you what I know, what I know, what I know
I am eager to share the knowledge I possess
Long time, we no have no nice time
It has been a while since we last had a good time
Doo-yoo-doo-dun-doo, yeah, think about that
Reflect on this for a moment
One love, one heart
We all share one love, and one heart
Let's get together and feel alright
Let's unite and feel good together
One love, hear my plea, one heart
I plead with you to embrace unity and love
Give thanks and praise to the Lord, and I will feel alright
Express gratitude to the Lord, and all shall be well
Simmer down, you lickin' too hot, so
Calm down, you are getting too agitated
Simmer down, soon you'll get dropped, so
Stay calm, or consequences will follow
Simmer down, man, you hear what I say?
Listen to my advice, and relax
After he
After he breaks your heart
Breaks your heart
When he breaks your heart
Then you'll be sad, so sad
You'll be engulfed in sadness and sorrow then
And then your teardrops start
You'll begin to shed tears of pain and misery
I tell you, then you'll know how
I assure you that then you'll understand
It hurts to be alone
Being alone is very painful
Oh, what a (...) feeling ...), what a feeling (... be blue)
It's an awful feeling to be sad and lonely
Oh, what a feeling, oh, what a feeling
It's such a terrible feeling
(Oh, what a feeling to be blue)
To feel the way this feels is just awful
Have you ever had a lonesome feeling?
Have you ever experienced the feeling of loneliness?
This was cause through love and affection
This feeling was brought about by love and affection
Mm, feel them spirit
I can sense their spiritual energy
I'm gonna put it on
I'm going to soak it all in and use it to motivate myself
Yes, my friend
Yes, my friend
We're in the streets again
We are back in the streets
Dem set we free again ...
We have been liberated again
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOB MARLEY
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Elio Adonis Farias Mata
super buena esa all in one
Renato Barbosa
RELÍQUIA
@SoccerguyJoe
Amazing how seamless they go from song to song. All time classic, and a showcase to the talent of the Wailers.
@KingRedR2
This is better than what 80% of my generation listens to
@edagio2009
peace and love to all my rastafa brothers and sisters
@casdeboer7910
men i swear this is the best of best i love this so much bob marley ghost lives in me
@GangstaOfLove817
Feel dem Spirit brudda 🙌
One Love
L.iving O.ne V.ibrational E.nergy
Bob be wid us all in our hearts
@jamess7048
Incredible tune. I remember listening to this on old school audio speakers attached to my mp3(!) player whilst cycling across Tonga in 2005 at only 18 years old, amazing
@jarlissonbrito1433
00:00 Bend Dow Low
00:36 Nice Time
00:57 One Love
1:16 Simmer Down
1:36 It Hurts To Be Alone
2:04 Lonesome Feeling
2:25 Love And Affection
2:42 Put It On
3:11 Duppy Conqueror
@jhonwilliam9909
Thanks bro