Reggae Sheet Music: Bob Marley’s Best Songs

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Introduction

Bob Marley is considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. His music has transcended generations and his message of peace, love, and unity has resonated with people all over the world.

Marley’s biggest hits include “No Woman, No Cry,” “One Love/People Get Ready,” “I Shot the Sheriff,” and “Jamming.” These songs have become anthems for the reggae genre and continue to be beloved by fans today.

If you’re a fan of Bob Marley’s music and are looking for some great reggae songs to play on your instrument, check out our list of Bob Marley’s best songs that are perfect for beginners!

Three Little Birds

“Three Little Birds” is a song by Bob Marley and the Wailers. It is the fourth track on Side 2 of their 1977 album Exodus and was released as a single in 1980. The song reached the Top 20 in the UK, peaking at number 17, and remains one of Marley’s most popular songs.

One Love

“One Love” is a song recorded by Bob Marley and the Wailers. It was released as a single in 1977, and appeared on the album Exodus. The song has become one of Marley’s most well-known and is often used as an anthem of peace, love, and unity.

I Shot the Sheriff

I Shot the Sheriff” is a song written by Bob Marley and originally recorded by his band The Wailers in 1973. The song was included on The Wailers’ album Burnin’, which was released on October 6, 1973. A reggae version of “I Shot the Sheriff” was recorded by Eric Clapton and released as a single in 1974 from his album 461 Ocean Boulevard.

The song is about a man who is accused of shooting the sheriff, but he claims that he did not shoot the deputy. The lyrics create a picture of a violent and unjust world, where even the sheriff is not safe. However, the man insists that he is not a violent person, and he did not shoot the sheriff.

Bob Marley’s original version of “I Shot the Sheriff” was released as a single in Jamaica in 1973, but it was not released internationally until 1974. Eric Clapton’s cover of the song was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.

Jamming

Jamming is a central theme in reggae music, and is often described as the essence of the culture. Bob Marley’s song “Jamming” is a prime example of this, and has become one of his most iconic songs. The lyrics of “Jamming” reflect the importance of coming together and celebrating life, even in the face of adversity.

There are many other great reggae songs about jamming, including “One Love” by Bob Marley, “No Woman No Cry” by Bob Marley, and “Get Up Stand Up” by Bob Marley. These songs capture the spirit of reggae music and its message of unity and love.

No Woman, No Cry

“No Woman, No Cry” is a song by Bob Marley and the Wailers. The song was first released on the 1974 album Natty Dread. It became one of the best-known versions of the song, and is one of Marley’s most popular songs. The version of “No Woman, No Cry” that appears on Legend, released in 1984, three years after Marley’s death, is a live version recorded in JULY 1975 at Lyceum Theatre in London.

Exodus

“Exodus” is a song by Bob Marley and the Wailers, released as the title track of their 1977 album of the same name, and was written in response to the mass exodus of Jamaicans from the island in search of a better life.

Get Up, Stand Up

“Get Up, Stand Up” is a song written by Bob Marley and Peter Tosh. It was first recorded by Bob Marley and the Wailers in 1973 and released on the album Burnin’. The song is included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll and Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.

The song is a call for courage in the face of oppression, with the opening line “Get up, stand up: don’t give up the fight!” It has been covered by numerous artists, including Bruce Springsteen, U2, Stevie Wonder, Sting, Tracy Chapman, Rage Against the Machine, Jimmy Cliff, Ani DiFranco, dropkick Murphys, Michael Franti & Spearhead.

So Much Things to Say

The song “So Much Things to Say” is from Bob Marley’s fifth studio album, Survival. The album was released on October 17, 1979, by Island Records. “So Much Things to Say” is a roots reggae song that features Marley giving a poetic message about the struggles of the poor and oppressed.

Redemption Song

Redemption Song is a song by Bob Marley. It was released on the album Uprising in 1980. The song is about redemption and freedom.

The lyrics of the song are based on a speech by Marcus Garvey, an African-American leader who fought for the rights of black people. In the speech, Garvey says that black people will one day be free from their oppressors.

Bob Marley’s Redemption Song is one of the most popular reggae songs of all time.