Bob Marley One Love Trailer has dropped and it is amazing.
The new trailer, directed by King Richard’s Reinaldo Marcus Green, offers more of the music and more of the flavour of the film.
You are hit with some of the true worldwide known songs by the great man such as ‘Redemption Song’, ‘Could You Be Loved’, ‘Three Little Birds’.
Love and unity
The official synopsis reads, “Bob Marley: One Love celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity. On the big screen for the first time, discover Bob’s powerful story of overcoming adversity and the journey behind his revolutionary music.”
The new film doesn’t shy away from his struggles, both personal and political, and how all of it fed into his tunes.
With Lashana Lynch, James Norton, Micheal Ward and Michael Gandolfini also in the cast, Bob Marley: One Love will be in UK cinemas on 14 February.
Bob Marley One Love Trailer
Bob Marley History
Bob Marley, born Robert Nesta Marley on February 6, 1945, in Nine Mile, Jamaica, was a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and musician who became an international icon and is widely regarded as one of the greatest reggae artists of all time.
Here is an overview of his life:
- Early Life: Bob Marley was born to Norval Marley, a white Jamaican of English descent, and Cedella Booker, a black Jamaican. His mixed-race heritage had a significant impact on his life, and he often faced discrimination because of it.
- Rastafarian Influence: Marley became associated with the Rastafari movement in the 1960s, adopting its beliefs and principles. Rastafarianism influenced his music and lifestyle, and he became known for his distinctive dreadlocks and devotion to the Rastafari faith.
- The Wailers: In the early 1960s, Marley formed a group called The Wailers with Peter Tosh and Bunny Livingston. The group initially struggled to gain widespread recognition but eventually found success with songs like “Simmer Down.”
- International Breakthrough: The Wailers’ international breakthrough came in the early 1970s with the release of albums like “Catch a Fire” and “Burnin’.” These albums featured hits like “Stir It Up” and “I Shot the Sheriff.”
- Solo Career: After The Wailers disbanded in 1974, Marley continued his career as a solo artist. He released iconic albums like “Natty Dread,” “Rastaman Vibration,” and “Exodus,” which is considered one of the greatest reggae albums ever.
- Political Involvement: Marley was deeply involved in Jamaican politics and used his music to convey messages of peace, love, and social justice. His songs often addressed issues such as poverty, racism, and oppression.
- Health Issues: In 1977, Marley was diagnosed with melanoma, a type of skin cancer. Despite his declining health, he continued to tour and perform. In 1980, his health deteriorated further, and he passed away on May 11, 1981, at the age of 36.
- Legacy: Bob Marley’s impact on music and culture is immense. His reggae music spread a message of unity and social justice, and his influence extends far beyond the genre. Songs like “One Love,” “Redemption Song,” and “No Woman, No Cry” remain classics, and his image is an enduring symbol of peace and rebellion.
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