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.īob Marley was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994 in December 1999, his 1977 album “Exodus” was named Album of the Century by Time Magazine and his song “One Love” was designated Song of the Millennium by the BBC.
The Bob Marley biography provides testament to the unparalleled influence of his artistry upon global culture.