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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Rock My Boat Rhythm
Bob Marley Lyrics
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'Cause I don't want my boat to be rockin' anyhow
Please don't you rock my boat, no
'Cause I don't want my boat to be rockin'
I'm tellin' you that, oh, ooh, aah, I like it a-like a-this
Can you miss?
And you should know, ooh, aah, when I like it a-like a-this
You satis- satis- satisfy my soul, morning time
Evening cold, fy my soul
Yes, I've been a-tellin' you, bake me the sweetest cakes
I'm happy inside all the time
Oh, can't you see what you've done for me, yeah
You make me feel like when we bend them new corners
We feel like sweepstake winners, yeah
When we bend them new corners
We feel like sweepstake winners
And I said, oh, ooh, aah, I like it a-like a-this
Yes, I do
And you should know, ooh, aah, when I like it a-like a-this
I've got it, just can't miss, ooh
Satis- satisfy my soul, darlin'
Make me love you in the morning time, yeah
If ever I treated you bad, make it up to me one time
'Cause I'm happy inside all the time
I want you beside me, yeah, to be mine
One thing you've got to do, is when a-we holding hands together
You've got to know that we love, a-love each other, yeah
And if every time you should walk away from me now
You know I need your sympathy, yeah
Can you see? Do you believe me?
Oh, darlin', darlin', I'm callin', callin'
Satisfy my soul, satisfy my soul
Never, never, never give it up now
All in the same boat
Rockin' on the same route
We got to get together, join each other
And can't you see what I've got for you, yeah
I'm happy, happy, happy, happy, happy, and not you can turn me blue now
Come a little closer, satisfy my
The song Don't Rock My Boat by Bob Marley & The Upsetters talks about a man who wants his boat to remain steady and stable. He doesn't want anyone to rock his boat because he wants to maintain a sense of stability in his life. The lyrics convey a message of harmony and balance. The singer also talks about how he is satisfied with life, and his soul feels content. He expresses his love for his partner and how they make him feel happy and fulfilled.
The lyrics also talk about the idea of being sweepstake winners when they “bend them new corners.” This could refer to overcoming obstacles and reaching new heights together. The singer wants his partner to always stay by his side, and he wants them to love and support each other unconditionally. The theme of the song is about finding happiness in love and wanting to maintain that happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Huh, please don't you rock my boat
Please don't do anything that would disrupt my peace or happiness.
'Cause I don't want my boat to be rockin' anyhow
I value stability and predictability in my life and do not want anything to shake things up.
Please don't you rock my boat, no
I am emphasizing the importance of maintaining my current state of emotional balance and stability.
'Cause I don't want my boat to be rockin'
Reiterating that I am seeking to preserve the current state of my life as much as possible.
I'm tellin' you that, oh, ooh, aah, I like it a-like a-this
I am expressing my pleasure with the current state of affairs, using vocalizations to emphasize my enjoyment.
Can you miss?
I am asking if anyone can find fault with my current circumstances.
And you should know, ooh, aah, when I like it a-like a-this
I am letting others know that this is precisely the way I prefer things to be.
Am I really it? Ooh yeah
I am questioning whether there is anything else that could possibly make me happier than my current state of contentment.
You satis- satis- satisfy my soul, morning time
My contentment extends to all parts of my life and is not restricted to one particular time of day.
Evening cold, fy my soul
Even when times are tough, my inner peace remains intact and my soul is satisfied.
Yes, I've been a-tellin' you, bake me the sweetest cakes
I am expressing my appreciation for the efforts of others to bring me happiness.
I'm happy inside all the time
My happiness is not dependent on external stimuli and is a constant state of being.
Oh, can't you see what you've done for me, yeah
I am acknowledging the positive impact that others have had on my happiness and well-being.
You make me feel like when we bend them new corners
I am describing the excitement and joy that I feel when I am with others who share my values and interests.
We feel like sweepstake winners, yeah
Metaphorically comparing our collective happiness to the thrill of winning a sweepstakes.
Yes, I do
Reaffirming my positive feelings towards my current situation.
I've got it, just can't miss, ooh
I am confident that my happiness will continue and that I will not miss out on any opportunities for continued joy and satisfaction.
Satis- satisfy my soul, darlin'
I am expressing my desire for others to continue to help me find happiness and fulfillment.
Make me love you in the morning time, yeah
Requesting that others continue to be there for me and help me find happiness even during difficult times.
If ever I treated you bad, make it up to me one time
Acknowledging that I am not perfect and asking for forgiveness if I have ever caused others pain or hardship.
'Cause I'm happy inside all the time
My inner joy and contentment are resilient and transcend difficult times.
I want you beside me, yeah, to be mine
Expressing my desire to hold onto the people who have contributed to my happiness and well-being.
One thing you've got to do, is when a-we holding hands together
Emphasizing the importance of connection and united efforts to maintain happiness and well-being.
You've got to know that we love, a-love each other, yeah
Stressing the importance of love and affection in achieving lasting happiness.
And if every time you should walk away from me now
I am expressing my concern that others might leave me and cause me to lose my sense of happiness and contentment.
You know I need your sympathy, yeah
I am acknowledging my dependence on others for continued emotional support and well-being.
Can you see? Do you believe me?
I am asking if others can understand and relate to my desire for happiness and well-being.
Oh, darlin', darlin', I'm callin', callin'
Expressing my desire for continued support and affection from those who have contributed to my happiness.
Satisfy my soul, satisfy my soul
Continuing to express my desire for happiness and contentment through the help of others.
Never, never, never give it up now
Emphasizing the importance of persistence in the pursuit of happiness and contentment.
All in the same boat
Using a metaphor to describe shared experiences and struggles towards happiness and well-being.
Rockin' on the same route
Emphasizing the shared nature of the journey towards peace and contentment.
We got to get together, join each other
Stressing the importance of community and shared effort towards achieving happiness and well-being.
And can't you see what I've got for you, yeah
Expressing my gratitude and desire to reciprocate in the pursuit of happiness and contentment.
I'm happy, happy, happy, happy, happy, and not you can turn me blue now
Using repetition to emphasize my current state of happiness and contentment, and expressing confidence that nothing can upset this feeling.
Come a little closer, satisfy my
Continuing to express a desire for continued support and connection towards happiness and contentment.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Bob Marley
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