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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Thank You Lord
Bob Marley Lyrics
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Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now
Thank you, Lord, for ev'ry little thing, yeah, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing
Say I'm in no competition,
But I made my decision
You can keep your opinion
Thank you, Lord, for what you've done for me, yeah, yeah, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now
Thank you, Lord, for every little thing, yeah, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing
Sing along, sing along
I don't fear their aggression,
Just to prove my determination
I don't yield to temptation
I haven't learnt my lesson in Revelation
Thank you, Lord, for what you've done for me, yeah-eah-eah!
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now
Thank you, Lord, for ev'ry little thing, yeah, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing
Sing along, sing along
Said, I'm in no competition,
But I made my decision
Lord, in my simple way,
Comin', comin', comin', comin'
I love to pray
Thank you, Lord, for what you've done for me, yeah-eah-eah!
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now
Thank you, Lord, for ev'ry little thing, yeah, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing
Oh-oh-oh-oh!
In the song "Thank You Lord" by Bob Marley, the lyrics express gratitude to God for everything that has been done and is currently being done in the singer's life. The overall message is one of appreciation and acknowledgment that everything the singer has achieved, including his ability to sing, is a result of God's blessings. The repetition of the phrase "Thank You, Lord" emphasizes the depth of the singer's gratitude and communicates his humble spirit.
The lyrics also include phrases that suggest the singer is not in competition with others and is not influenced by their opinions. He is focused on his spiritual journey and seeks wisdom through prayer. The lines "I don't fear their aggression, just to prove my determination," and "I haven't learned my lesson in Revelation" imply that the singer is confident in his faith and is not swayed by outside forces. The repeated phrase "I love to pray" suggests that the singer derives strength and peace from his connection with God.
Overall, the song is a celebration of God's blessings and a declaration of the singer's faith in God. Through his lyrics, Bob Marley communicates the power of gratitude, humility, and spiritual growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Thank you, Lord, for what you've done for me, yeah!
Expressing gratitude to God for all the things He has done for him in the past.
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now
Showing appreciation to God for His ongoing blessings in his life.
Thank you, Lord, for ev'ry little thing, yeah, yeah!
Acknowledging and thanking God for every small thing in his life that brings joy and happiness.
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing
Recognizing God as the source of his gift of music and expressing gratitude for it.
Say I'm in no competition,
Emphasizing that he is not in competition with anyone and is content with his own achievements.
But I made my decision
Asserting that he has made a conscious decision to follow his own path, regardless of what others may say or think.
You can keep your opinion
Acknowledging that everyone has their own views and opinions but they do not bother him.
I'm just calling on the wiseman communion
Referring to seeking guidance and wisdom from those who are wise and experienced.
I don't fear their aggression,
Expressing that he is not afraid of others' hostility or aggression towards him.
Just to prove my determination
Stating that he is determined to succeed and does not need to prove it to anyone else.
I don't yield to temptation
Stating that he does not give in to temptation or let it control him.
I haven't learnt my lesson in Revelation
Acknowledging that he still has much to learn and understand about spiritual matters.
Said, I'm in no competition,
Repeating that he is not in competition with anyone else.
Lord, in my simple way,
Showing humility and acknowledging that he is a simple person.
Comin', comin', comin', comin'
Repeating a phrase that suggests he is coming to God with humility and sincerity.
I love to pray
Expressing his love for prayer and communicating with God.
Oh-oh-oh-oh!
A joyful exclamation expressing his gratitude to God.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: NELSON
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Kami Zanders
Kami Zanders
Don’t give up or listen to the lies of the world. Your heavenly Father loves you and adores you and is closer than you think.
1 Peter 5:7
[7] Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
I love you too and I don’t want you to die! I’m praying for you Kami. May God strengthen you and dissolve any barriers between his heart and yours. ❤️🙏🏽
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Lyrics:
Thank you, Lord, for what you've done for me, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now
Thank you, Lord, for ev'ry little thing, yeah, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing
Say I'm in no competition
But I made my decision
You can keep your opinion
I'm just calling on the wiseman communion
Thank you, Lord, for what you've done for me, yeah, yeah, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now
Thank you, Lord, for ev'ry little thing, yeah, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing
Sing along, sing along
I don't fear their aggression
Just to prove my determination
I don't yield to temptation
I haven't learn't my lesson in Revelation
Thank you, Lord, for what you've done for me, yeah-eah-eah!
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now
Thank you, Lord, for ev'ry little thing, yeah, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing
Sing along, sing along
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(Trumpet solo)
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Said, I'm in no competition
But I made my decision
Lord, in my simple way
Comin', comin', comin', comin'
I love to pray
Thank you, Lord, for what you've done for me, yeah-eah-eah!
Thank you, Lord, for what you're doing now
Thank you, Lord, for ev'ry little thing, yeah, yeah!
Thank you, Lord, for you made me sing
Oh-oh-oh-oh!
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@madisheppard9190
It’s good to just sit back and thank the Lord for literally everything. He gives us each breath, let’s be thankful! In Jesus name ✝️
@akacece.5903
Amen❤🙏🏼
@rebelchatbout8499
Amen,🇯🇲
@anthonyblackman7669
Why in jesus name?? he’s not the lord, the lord is the one who Jesus prayed to in the garden of getsemane, the most high who spoke to Moses, that’s the real lord.
@dunctem
@@anthonyblackman7669 The One who spoke to Moses is Jesus
@1TruGODreality
@@anthonyblackman7669 brother your Right your so Right
@lindaenroth2664
I see people around me. dying, cancer, suicide, OD’s and I’m still here in spite of my adventurous life. And I realise that The Almighty have saved my life so many times, and I can truly say Thank You Lord.
@shilohstent1134
Psalms 86:12
“I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore.”
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