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Jamaican singer (1945–1981)

"Marley" redirects here. For other uses, see Marley (disambiguation) and Bob Marley (disambiguation).

Robert Nesta MarleyOM (6 February 1945 – 11 May 1981) was a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and guitarist.

Considered one of the pioneers of reggae, he fused elements of reggae, ska and rocksteady and was renowned for his distinctive vocal and songwriting style.^[2][3] Marley increased the visibility of Jamaican music worldwide and became a global figure in popular culture.^[4][5] He became known as a Rastafarian icon, and he infused his music with a sense of spirituality.^[6] Marley is also considered a global symbol of Jamaican music and culture and identity and was controversial in his outspoken support for democratic social reforms.^[7][8] Marley also supported the legalisation of cannabis and advocated for Pan-Africanism.^[9]

Born in Nine Mile, Jamaic