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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica | 7 | 7.86 | 0.47% | +60% | 2,961,167 | 22,439 | $15,000 | 114$ |
| Dominican Republic | 2 | 8.50 | 0.13% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 13,916 | $89,000 | 114$ |
| Ireland | 2 | 8.50 | 0.11% | +10% | 5,030,000 | 5,843 | $5,100 | 6$ |
| Guyana | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +10% | 786,552 | 663 | $6,000 | 5$ |
| Italy | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 31,102 | $2,000,000 | 1,029$ |
| Suriname | 1 | 9.00 | 0.31% | +0% | 586,634 | 1,822 | $4,600 | 14$ |
| Spain | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 25,521 | $1,400,000 | 764$ |
| France | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 37,884 | $2,700,000 | 1,567$ |
| Totals | 16 | 192,702,378 | 139,190 | $6,219,700 | 3,613$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Jamaica:
Bob Marley is referenced in relation to his song 'Hypocrites' which is mentioned in the article.
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Jamaica:
Bob Marley sang about the fleeting nature of progress without a moral compass.
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France:
Bob Marley is mentioned as a key figure in reggae music that the restaurant invites clients to discover.
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Dominican Republic:
Bob Marley is another legendary musician whose image has been captured in sand art by Germán Cedano.
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Ireland:
Bob Marley is celebrated for his unique voice that captivates listeners.
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Jamaica:
Bob Marley is quoted in the article, emphasizing the importance of being satisfied with one's life.
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Ireland:
Bob Marley is mentioned in relation to a memory of singing at Dalymount Park.
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Spain:
Bob Marley is mentioned as one of the musicians whose biographical films left critics and audiences cold.
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Suriname:
Bob Marley is referenced as the reggae legend whose former backing band, The Wailers Band, will perform in the Netherlands this summer.
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Dominican Republic:
Bob Marley is known for his music and was featured in Naomi Campbell's first public appearance in a music video.
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