Bob Marley
Bob Marley was a Jamaican musician and cultural icon, born on February 6, 1945, in Nine Mile, Jamaica. He is best known for popularizing reggae music worldwide and for his profound lyrics that often touched on themes of love, resistance, and social justice. Marley's music, particularly with his band The Wailers, produced timeless hits like 'No Woman, No Cry,' 'One Love,' and 'Stir It Up.' His vibrant personality and Rastafarian beliefs made him a symbol of peace and unity. Marley passed away on May 11, 1981, due to complications from melanoma, but his legacy continues to inspire generations through his music and philosophy.
Born on Feb 06, 1945 (80 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Jamaica | 2 | 9.00 | 0.19% | +10% | 2,961,167 | 6,234 | $15,000 | 32$ |
| Kenya | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 49,106 | $106,000 | 97$ |
| Suriname | 1 | 9.00 | 0.36% | +0% | 586,634 | 2,141 | $4,600 | 17$ |
| Germany | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 76,445 | $3,845,000 | 3,508$ |
| France | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 61,347 | $2,700,000 | 2,538$ |
| Romania | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 17,489 | $250,000 | 227$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 4,384 | $210,000 | 191$ |
| Guyana | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 786,552 | 746 | $6,000 | 6$ |
| Totals | 9 | 231,223,026 | 217,892 | $7,136,600 | 6,616$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Jamaica:
Bob Marley is portrayed as the Messenger in the trophies designed by Basil Watson, symbolizing his impact on music and culture.
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Guyana:
Bob Marley is mentioned as a dominant figure in the rise of Jamaican popular music.
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Jamaica:
Bob Marley is mentioned as a contemporary of Jimmy Cliff and a fellow recipient of Jamaica's Order of Merit.
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Suriname:
Bob Marley is one of the most famous Jamaican musicians and a contemporary of Jimmy Cliff.
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France:
Bob Marley, although eclipsed by Jimmy Cliff in the 1970s, became an iconic figure in reggae music.
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Romania:
Bob Marley was a prominent figure in popularizing reggae music alongside Jimmy Cliff.
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New Zealand:
Bob Marley is widely regarded as the king of reggae and collaborated with Jimmy Cliff early in his career.
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Germany:
Jimmy Cliff is credited with discovering Bob Marley and producing his first three songs.
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Kenya:
Bob Marley sang about colonialism and neocolonialism, inspiring a generation of activists.
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United Kingdom:
Bob Marley is a legendary reggae artist referenced by Vybz Kartel as a stylistic influence.
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