Bob Marley Original PortraitBob Marley, born Robert Nesta Marley in 1945 in Jamaica, is widely considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. He is known for his unique blend of reggae, ska, and rock music, as well as his powerful lyrics that often addressed political and social issues. Marley began his career in the early 1960s as a member of the band the Wailers, and went on to release a string of successful albums throughout the 1970s and 1980s. He is