This post is dedicated to the legacy of Bob Marley. …And the one that his children are creating today.
Bob Marley’s legacy is timeless and still resonates around the world. That’s what some would refer to as a ‘baller’. He lives on, even after his death. His life-energy is stronger today than it was when he was here in flesh. He has influenced the world, even in countries that do not understand English.
That is admirable.
I aspire to leave a legacy behind for the lives that I may touch. This desire has ignited a flame to produce bodies of work in blog posts, poetry, short stories, recording, and videos. These works are for others to evaluate and perhaps become inspired by.
I leave this for others simply because, as life would have it, I am now too old to benefit from most of the wisdom that I’ve gained. As they say, ‘if I knew then, what I know now’, I would have done many things differently and better.’
Such an impressive legacy is much the same as the ones left by my mother Eunice, as well as, the legacies of Martin Luther King, JFK, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Prince, Nelson Mandela, Albert Einstein, Mother Theresa, David Bowie, Tupac, and the list could go much longer.
Leaders who Left the Biggest Legacies – By Mose Niccky, A Positive Mind Blogger – January 25, 2019
“It’s never a question of skin pigmentation. It’s never a question of just culture or sexual orientation or civilization. It’s what kind of human being you’re going to choose to be from your mama’s womb to the tomb and what kind of legacy will you leave.” – Cornel West
I want to live after I die too. This is the driving force behind the choices that I make each day and the things that I create.
When I was younger how I would be remembered did not matter as it does today. Today, I attempt to leave nuggets of wisdom and creativity behind for others’ benefit, pretty much the same way that Hansel crumbled up small pieces of bread along her path so that she and Gretel could find their way home.
In this sense, Bob Marley, just like my mother Eunice are two of my biggest mentors.
Bob Marley’s legacy is undisputed. His songs are immersed in elements of spirituality. This may not be obvious to some, but his rhythm and musical artistry clearly deliver messages to others that still penetrate their psyches, sometimes unknowingly.
Bob Marley and his family are my Favorite Artists and Family for consistently creating soul-stirring music with a consistent message of love, justice, and peace.
I’ve been listening to his music since the 1970s. Today I still listen to the same music with just as much satisfaction, only to be overwhelmed by the music of his seeds, his children, Ziggy, Cedella, Damian, Stephen, Ky-Mani, Skip, and Julian.
In Geoffrey Philp’s blog post, Bob Marley and the Seven Chakras, he describes Bob Marley as more than a pop singer, but rather a party-going, ganja-smoking Rastaman, dedicated to peace and brotherhood. He goes further describing him as having transformed reggae music into a means of conveying the timeless truths of humanity, who has become a shaman, who used reggae as a means of evangelizing the unconverted.
Philps outlines the seven chakras of the human body that represent a sort of spiritual shorthand to the power centers or challenges that every human will face: survival, sexuality, power, love, self-expression, wisdom or ignorance, and the acceptance of grace. He associates the Seven Chakras with the legacy of Bob Marley’s music.
From his analysis, you can clearly see that Bob Marley left us with one of the greatest musical legacies about life, trials, love, war, and peace. And, his gifts keep on giving. Moreover, he has left his children to carry his family’s legacy forward.
Bob Marley – From Wikipedia & The Bob Marley – History Library
Robert Nesta Marley lived from February 6, 1945, until May 11, 1981. He would be 75 years old today. He is considered one of the greatest pioneers of reggae. His musical career was marked by fusing elements of reggae, ska, and rocksteady, infused with a sense of spirituality. He is also considered a global symbol of Jamaican culture and identity, and was controversial in his outspoken support for the legalization of marijuana, while he also advocated for Pan-Africanism.[7]
In 1977, Marley was diagnosed with acral lentiginous melanoma; he died at 36 years old as a result of the illness in 1981. He was devout Rastafarian whose faith cost him his physical life on earth—he refused surgery in order to keep his body, his temple, intact on his way to meet Jah.
In 1994, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Rolling Stone ranked him No. 11 on its list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time.[13]
But, Bob Marley’s spirit lives on today, as though he never left us. His spirit lives in his recordings, and in his children, and grandchildren, who amazing sound like him!
His Legacy/Impact
Bob Marley still has the ability to influence listeners all over the world with his music, even in countries where English isn’t spoken. Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder both have the same unique gift of resonating with other people, languages, and cultures. His messages, though revolutionary unifies by challenging colonialism, racism, “fighting against ism and schism” as he sang in the song “One Drop”.
His Inspiration
The Bob Marley’s artistry and message of Love & Peace still have an unparalleled influence upon global culture, from political refugees in Sierra Leone, traumatized by years of bloody warfare finding inspiration through the music of Bob Marley, and one of 33 Chilean miners rescued after being trapped in a San Jose mine for 69 days, asking to hear Marley’s “Buffalo Soldier” shortly after his release.
His music obviously influences and inspires many people around the world, as evidenced by his continued popularity. Since his passing, he has become arguably the planet’s most-recognized musician, his image used to sell a range of products from t-shirts to shoes to headphones to coffee. He is one of the best-selling artists of all time in the world. His album Bob Marley & The Wailers — “Legend” is one of the best-selling albums of all time, selling over 15 million copies.
Bob Marley had an estimated net worth of more than $130 million at the time of his death. His estate is, no doubt, worth much more today.
Bob Marley’s Children
NICE TIME – CEDELLA MARLEY – Mar 14, 2011 – Luz Coronel
Ziggy Marley – True To Myself (acoustic guitar version) – Apr 21, 2011 – David Kurka
Stephen Marley – Selassie Is The Chapel – Revelation Part 1: The Root of Life – Oct 4, 2013 – JamrockvybzDotCom
Rohan Marley – Stories Of The U – Oct 8, 2012 – Soulja From Da North
Julian Marley – Are You The One (Official Video) – Jan 18, 2019 – JulianMarleyVEVO
GCM TV Reggae Music Series “Like Father Like Son” KY-Mani Marley – Aug 12, 2015 – Rasheed Lateef
Patience – Mar 23, 2011 – Damian Marley
Skip Marley (grandson)
Skip Marley – Refugee (Official Lyric Video) – Aug 17, 2017 – SkipMarley
Bob Marley – From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Bob Marley – Forever Loving Jah – Mar 6, 2006 – AdagioParaCuerdas
OVERVIEW OF BOB’S LEGACY
History
The Bob Marley biography provides a testament to the unparalleled influence of his artistry upon global culture. Since his passing on May 11, 1981, Bob Marley’s legend looms larger than ever, as evidenced by an ever-lengthening list of accomplishments attributable to his music, which identified oppressors and agitated for social change while simultaneously allowing listeners to forget their troubles and dance. Read More
BOB’S MARLEY’S IMPACT ON THE WORLD
Legacy
The Bob Marley influence upon various populations remains unparalleled, irrespective of race, color, or creed. Bob Marley’s revolutionary yet unifying music, challenging colonialism, racism, “fighting against ism and schism” as he sang in “one drop”, has had profound effects even in countries where English isn’t widely spoken. Read More
The Life and Times of Bob Marley – How he changed the world – By MIKAL GILMORE
Since Bob Marley died ago: He has continued. It isn’t simply that his records still sell in substantial numbers (though they do), it’s that his mission might still have a chance. It isn’t a simple mission.
Marley wasn’t singing about how peace could come easily to the world but rather about how hell on earth comes too easily to too many. He knew the conditions he was singing about. His songs weren’t about theory or conjecture, or easy distant compassion. His songs were his memories; he had lived with the wretched, he had seen the ‘downpressors’ and those whom they pressed down, he had been shot at. It was his ability to describe all this is palpable and authentic ways that sustain his body of music unlike any other we’ve ever known. Read More
SPREADING “POSITIVE VIBRATIONS” FROM SIERRA LEONE TO MANHATTAN
Inspiration
The Bob Marley biography provides a testament to the unparalleled influence of his artistry upon global culture. Since his passing on May 11, 1981, Bob Marley’s legend looms larger than ever, as evidenced by an ever-lengthening list of accomplishments attributable to his music, which identified oppressors and agitated for social change while simultaneously allowing listeners to forget their troubles and dance. Read More
‘Bob Marley: Legacy’ Mini-Documentary Series Launches; Watch Episode One, ’75 Years A Legend’ – Published on February 28, 2020By Tim Peacock
This unique YouTube series provides fans a refreshing and cinematic journey through the life, legacy, and relevance Bob Marley still holds in this present day. Read More
If the world’s expectations ever fazed Bob’s firstborn son, he’s never let it show. “I don’t carry any weight,” he says. “This is a family. Whatever we are is the same way we grow up—nothing has changed, really. Each individual role is important.” ~ Ziggy Marley Read More
Jamaican Music – The Top 10 Ziggy Marley Songs – 3 years ago – Ask A Jamaican Guy
David Nesta Marley, better known by his stage name “Ziggy Marley”, is a musician from Jamaica and the leader of his band “Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers”. He is the son of the legendary Jamaican musician “Bob Marley”. He has written the theme song for children’s cartoon series “Arthur”. Throughout his career, Marley has worked as a musician, singer, songwriter, voice actor, guitarist, producer, and philanthropist. Read More
Net Worth & Salary of Bob Marley in 2020
As of May 2020, Boy Marley had an estimated net worth of more than $ 130 million at the time of his death. He had a successful career and went on to release many albums. He has released many popular singles many of which have been still played by today’s generation. Read more
Bob Marley – LEGACY: 75 Years A Legend (Episode 1) – Feb 28, 2020 – Bob Marley
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Bob Marley – LEGACY: Women Rising (Episode 2) – Mar 31, 2020 – Bob Marley
More Music Videos
MARLEY Ziggy, Julian, Damian, Stephen & Ky-Mani – Bob Marley’s Roots Reggae compilation – Sep 10, 2017 – MrAlistair4
MARLEY Ziggy, Julian, Damian, Stephen & Ky-Mani – Bob Marley’s Roots Reggae compilation
Ziggy Marley – Love Is My Religion | Live at Pol’And’Rock Festival (2019) – Apr 24, 2020 – Ziggy Marley
Bob Marley – WAR – Jun 29, 2011 – metisrastaman
Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley – Autumn Leaves (Official Video) – Sep 20, 2018 – Damian Marley
Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley – Speak Life (Official Video) – Damian Marley
Rita Marley – One Draw – Dec 2, 2009 – Xtendamix – Rita Marley
Skip Marley – That’s Not True ft. Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley – May 8, 2019 – SkipMarley
Ky-Mani Marley – Hustler – Mar 1, 2008 – TakeOffEnergy
Playlists
Marley Family Playlist – Spotify
Marley Family Thumbs Up Playlist
Bob Marley: A-Z – Playlist by Pandora Reggae & Caribbean
Bob Marley Radio – iHeart Radio
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Great post!
Hey Kevy, thanks for stopping by my pad. I usually stick with music/film on this blog thing. But I do expand my mind at times. Don’t know much about Bob’s children’s music but I do like Bob’s. A lot. Take care. Later. CB
Your blog is very nice. Movies & Music is great. If you want to share a post that’s fine with me. I love ur brand. Kevy
Thanks K.