Essay Archive - Bob Marley
Bob Marley
Bob Marley was a Jamaican singer, guitarist, and songwriter, and a pioneer of
Jamaican reggae music. He was considered one of the greatest artists of his time and was
the first Jamaican reggae performer to achieve significant international stardom. Marley’s
career stretched back over 20 years. During that time his growing style encompassed
every aspect in the rise of Jamaican music, from ska through to contemporary reggae.
That growth, of course, was well reflected in the maturity of the Wailer’s music. Bob
Marley and Rastafarianism brought a truly rich cultural and artistic l....
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