Jamaican music stars died in Metastatic Melanoma
Here are 1 famous musicians from Jamaica died in Metastatic Melanoma:
Bob Marley
Bob Marley (February 6, 1945 Nine Mile-May 11, 1981 Miami) also known as BobMarley, Marley Bob, Robert Nesta Marley, Tuff Gong, Nesta Robert Marley, Nesta Robert "Bob" Marley or Bob was a Jamaican singer, musician, guitarist and songwriter. His children are Ziggy Marley, Stephen Marley, Cedella Marley, Julian Marley, Damian Marley, Ky-Mani Marley, Rohan Marley, Sharon Marley, Stephanie Marley, Karen Marley, Robert Marley, Makeda Jahnesta, Imani Carole Marley and Fabian Marley.
His most recognized albums: One Love, Golden Legends, Gold Collection 1970-1971, Trenchtown Rock, Soul Rebel - 20 Reggae Hits, The Best of Bob Marley: 35 Greatest, The Essential Collection, Soul Shakedown Party, Keep on Moving and Soul Rebel. Genres related to him: Reggae and Ska.
Bob Marley is considered one of the pioneers of Reggae music and is credited with popularizing the genre all over the world. He was born to a Jamaican mother and a white British father and spent his formative years in Nine Mile, Jamaica. Marley began his musical career in the late 1950s and formed his band, The Wailers, in 1963 with Bunny Wailer and Peter Tosh.
Marley's popularity began to soar in the 1970s, and he became a global icon for his message of peace, love, and unity. He was also a vocal advocate for social justice and used his music to address issues such as poverty, apartheid, and political corruption. Some of his most famous songs include "One Love," "Redemption Song," and "No Woman, No Cry."
Despite his success and worldwide acclaim, Marley remained grounded in his Jamaican roots and continued to spread his message through his music until his untimely death at the age of 36 from cancer. He remains an iconic figure and his influence can be seen in the work of countless musicians who followed in his footsteps.
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