Bob Marley
6 February 1945 – 11 May 1981
Bob Marley was a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and musician who became the most widely known performer of reggae music and a global symbol of Jamaican culture and Rastafari. His songs blending reggae, ska, and rocksteady spread messages of unity, resistance, and spirituality.
Lived at the same time
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Born in Nine Mile, Jamaica
6 February 1945
Born Robert Nesta Marley in the parish of Saint Ann.
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Released Catch a Fire
13 April 1973
The Wailers' international debut album on Island Records.
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Survived an assassination attempt
3 December 1976
Was shot and wounded at his home in Kingston days before a concert.
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Performed at the One Love Peace Concert
22 April 1978
Joined the hands of rival Jamaican political leaders on stage in Kingston.
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Performed at Zimbabwe's independence celebration
18 April 1980
Played at the ceremony marking Zimbabwe's independence.
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Died in Miami, Florida
11 May 1981
Died of melanoma that had spread through his body.
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