She grew up in Jamaica, and was singing with a trio named The Soulettes in the mid sixties recording for Studio One when she met Bob Marley. She married him in 1966, and then became a singer in his backing vocals group, the I Threes. She had three children with him and two outside of the marriage. She converted to the Rastafari movement after witnessing Haile Selassie on his visit to Kingston, Jamaica on 21 April 1966. She convinced Bob Marley to convert as well. She wrote many of the songs recorded by Bob while backing him.[citation needed] After Marley's death, she recorded few albums under her name with some success in the United Kingdom. She took care of Marley's estate and mentored her son, Ziggy Marley.
In January 2005 it was claimed that she wished Bob Marley's body be reburied in Ethiopia, but she denied that there were any such plans. Rita currently lives in Ghana and spends a lot of time in Florida, and sometimes her home in Jamaica. Some of her family reside in Canada.
Rita appears on Fergie's new album The Dutchess
The Beauty Of God's Plan
Rita Marley Lyrics
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Together they become as one
She is the warmth, he is the wind
So sweetly and completely
True love begins,
Hey, hey
He plants the seed, she bears the
fruit
She is a bird, he is the sky
He loves the space and she loves
to fly
Fly!!!
So it takes a woman and a man,
ooh yes
To show the beauty of God's plan
So it takes a woman and a man,
ooh yea
To show the beauty of God's plan
(.)
Ooohh oohh oohhh
She is the mirror of her man
Forever beside him she will stand
He is all she needs,
He gives life to her dreams
Oooooohhh oohhhhhh.
Yeah yeah yeaaahhh
He plants the seed, she bears the
fruit
The tree of life they share is good
She is a bird, he is the sky
He loves the space she loves to
fly
So it takes a woman and a man,
ooh yea
To show the beauty of God's plan
(All it takes)
Takes a woman and a man, ooh
yea
To show the beauty of God's plan
(All it takes)
Takes a woman and a man, ooh
yea
To show the beauty of God's plan
(All it takes)
The lyrics of the song "The Beauty Of God's Plan" by Rita Marley tell the story of a man and a woman who come together in perfect harmony to create something beautiful. The man is the sun and the woman is the moon. Together, they become one and share a bond that is unbreakable. The woman is the warmth and the man is the wind. They complement each other as they carry out their natural roles in life. Love blooms between them, and it is sweet and complete.
The man plants the seed, and the woman bears the fruit. Together, they nurture a tree of life that is good and fruitful. She is like a bird, and he is like the sky. She loves to fly, and he loves the space. They need each other to fully experience the joy and wonder of life. It takes a woman and a man to show the beauty of God's plan. They are meant to be together, and their union is a testament to the beauty and perfection of God's creation.
Overall, the song celebrates love, unity, and the beauty of nature. It highlights the importance of men and women coming together to create something beautiful and meaningful. It is a tribute to the power of love and the magic that can happen when two people come together in harmony.
Line by Line Meaning
She is the moon, he is the sun
She is the calming presence, he is the fiery force of the relationship
Together they become as one
Their differences blend perfectly, creating a beautiful union
She is the warmth, he is the wind
She provides comfort and security, while he brings change and movement
So sweetly and completely, True love begins, Hey, hey
Their love is pure and flawless, marked by deep emotional connection
He plants the seed, she bears the fruit
He lays the foundation, while she brings the ideas to fruition
The tree of life they share is good
Their life together is abundant and fulfilling
She is a bird, he is the sky
She finds freedom and joy in him, just as a bird finds it in the sky
He loves the space and she loves to fly, Fly!!!
He gives her the breathing room to pursue her passions, and takes pride in her achievements
So it takes a woman and a man, ooh yes, To show the beauty of God's plan
This beautiful partnership between two individuals is a divine creation that exemplifies the essence of God's design
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No meaning provided
Ooohh oohh oohhh
No meaning provided
She is the mirror of her man
She reflects the best aspects of her partner, and his strengths affirm her worthiness of his love
Forever beside him she will stand
She is committed to being his loyal support system for life
He is all she needs, He gives life to her dreams
He is her everything, and supports her aspirations and goals
Oooooohhh oohhhhhh. Yeah yeah yeaaahhh
No meaning provided
So it takes a woman and a man, ooh yea, To show the beauty of God's plan (All it takes)
Together, men and women embody the beauty and unique purpose of God's creation
Takes a woman and a man, ooh yea, To show the beauty of God's plan (All it takes)
This partnership of masculine and feminine energies showcases the majesty of God's plan.
Takes a woman and a man, ooh yea, To show the beauty of God's plan (All it takes)
The beauty of God's creation is fully manifested in the unison of a man and a woman.
Contributed by Ian N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Luis Melendez
This is one of the best songs I've ever heard. This record was my first record that I got. I was probably 10. It was a double...one side was "one draw" and the other side was this..great song....one of the songs that made me a self taught musician. Rhythm up!
Bickliffe Oba
the beauty of God's plan is seen in the man and the woman. so true!
Panos Konstantinou
One of my youth beloved Reggae songs !! Bless Up Rita !!
Anna Eickert
😊 Thank you very much,Rita!
I still listen to your Music,since 40 Years 🥰
Raymond Mattis
This is the MOST BEAUTIFUL LOVE SONG 🎵 ❤️ 💕
Rich One
Beautiful song.
gee Smith
Pure facts preach!!!!
Garfield Burns
Bob Marley wife Rita is this brothers idea of the pristine, ultimate black woman: beautiful black smooth skin, with a lovely smile,nice African headwrap, mentally strong, intelligent, loving care,talented dedicated black woman. I love how she harmonizes with Judy Mowatt and Marcia Griffith. May O M Bob Marley smile sunshine love down upon his beautiful Rasta African queen!
Rasta - Meme
Manifique 😊 bisous jah bless you 👄 💛 💚
Kandy Barr
One of the best.