Bob Marley (Robert "Bob" Nesta Marley) was born on February 6, 1945 and died on May 11, 1981 was a Jamaican singer, songwriter, guitarist, and activist.

He is the most widely known performer of reggae music. A faithful Rastafari for most of his life, Marley is regarded by many as a prophet of the religion.

Marley is best known for his reggae songs, which include the hits "I Shot the Sheriff", "No Woman, No Cry", "Three Little Birds", "Exodus", "Could You Be Loved", "Jammin", "Redemption Song", and "One Love".

His posthumous compilation album Legend (1984) is the best-selling reggae album ever, with sales of more than 12 million copies.