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The 70's - musically, culturally, and politically - was a transitional phase, and a
emotional link between two very infamous periods. This decade was also the recess from
reality, in which people used music to escape from the real world leaving behind all their
worries. People were consumed by appetites, addicted to their guilty pleasures, and soon
there would be a price to pay.
During the late 60's and early 70s, reggae music was created by combining the
characteristics of the North American rock and African Jamaican music. This new style
had a lot of influence from rhythm, the blues, and some jazz. Though the textbook
"America's Musical Landscape" the author Jean Ferris states that, "the polyrhythms are
more complex, the bass lines are stronger, and the tempos more relaxed" (Ferris p.
207). Reggae music gives a very soulful and religious feel to its listeners because of the
close relation it has to the religious movement known as Rastafarianism, and because so
much of this genre has religious connotations explaining the singers beliefs and views on
situations from a Rastafarian perspective.
The Rastafarian religion, the heart of reggae music, based itself in belief of "Jah"
which was a metaphor for a god of goodness and love. Jah was the force fighting against
the oppression from "Babylon" which meant the destructive force. Metaphors of
oppression and freedom, explain the social problems and ways of liberation. Many of Bob
Marley's lyrics delivered this kind of message and as a result his music was accepted by
many people that shared or at least agreed with his point of view. It is said that when
Marley spoke of things that were accepted by h...
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...f "Time
Magazine's Album of the Century." Almost every one of his songs is a classic, from the
message of love to the anthem of revolution. But even more than that, his music is a
political and cultural combination, that was inspired by a third world country, and now
reaches people around the whole world.
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The way he used nature in his everyday life and he didn't need much to keep him happy. He could let others see the world through his nonconformist ways through song. He was just happy to be living the life he was given without a worry in the world. That's why I think Bob Marley fits into the Transcendental concepts of nonconformity, simplified Life, and importance of nature. Although he started off Christian I think Rastafarian made him into the man he was. I can't imagine what kind of things he would've done if he didn't die at such an early age can
...uality, nature, anti-materialism and self-reliance. His music was purposed towards encouraging people to believe in their choices and decisions rather than believing in the teachings of societal institutions. Bob Marley criticized religion is an institution which instead of uniting people ends up separating them. He also warns people not to suffer in the name of going to even and live an afterlife. Rather, they should live in heaven on earth that is, they should be happy in their lives. Bob Marley’s song corresponds to transcendentalist who believed that people should not conform to the normal life patterns. Transcendentalists, just like Bob Marley, believed that one derives happiness from what he/she believes is right no matter what people think or the consequences. When one stands up for his/her rights, he/she does not follow what has been stipulated or instructed.
Although there is a variety of music that could be examined to trace its evolution through time, there is one genre in particular that is quite interesting to examine. Though it differs from other types of music, it will be looked at in conjunction with Reggae music as they have similar ties. Reggae music is quite prominent today in the United States, parts of Africa, and of course Jamaica. Reggae is notoriously known for its most influential artist Bob Marley, and it is not unusual for one to have heard a few, if not many of his songs. Reggae’s popularity is steadily increasing and is doing so through both expansions of the music as well as increasing knowledge on the genre.
Marley advocated freedom for everyone.” (Burke 20) Bob Marley in more than a few of his songs made a long lived impression with his music. In his song War he also states “Until the basic human rights are equally guaranteed to all, without regard to race this is war.” This shows that he isn’t trying to just make colored people better he wants everyone to be equally treated. Bob marley spoke out about the issues and was threatened a few times for his life.
The spirit of resistance is a powerful force in reggae music. In this essay I will explore the ways that resistance is manifested in reggae music and describe examples of indigenous resistance in Jamaica and Mexico. A strong example of indigenous resistance can be found in the Maroon communities of Jamaica. The Maroons were a thorn in the sides of white plantation owners and an inspiration and expression of freedom and autonomy to the Africans. The history of the Maroons describes a group of diverse people who bonded together beyond the fringes of the colonial system to form their own autonomous nation.
Music is an art and a wonderful gift to human race. It soothes, stimulates and makes us feel happy. It affects our moods in many different ways from lullaby to war cry for changes in the society. Music is actually distinct to different people. Above all, it has a transformational importance that is captured in its art and nature. Music draws our emotions and it has an impact of bridging different cultures across the continents. Slave songs were very vital channels through which all kind of information was conveyed both positive and negative.
The Bob Marley CD in the movie, “I am Legend,” is one symbol that relates to the theme of loss of humanity. The Bob Marley CD was used throughout the movie as symbolism to Robert Neville’s daughter Marley. He named his daughter after the Bob Marley CD because he knew that Bob Marley wanted to change racism in human lives, which symbolizes the importance of the CD. Robert said, “ He believed he could cure racism and hate, literally cure it by injecting music and love into people’s lives” (Lawrence). This quote
From the start of the Counterculture, singers and songwriters took on a role that would dramatically change the way emotions were expressed in music, but not many were as influential as Mr. Bob Dylan. Not only did his works alter his life, but they also altered the lives of everyone living in the historical era. Dylan would not have done any of this without the impact of his past, his biographical and sociocultural influences, and his poetic characteristics.
Born February 45th. In Nine Mile, Jamaica, Bob Marley would advance to touch that hearts of many people. Although he was teased during his childhood for being of mixed race heritage, he still managed to change people lives with his leadership and activism as an adult. Bob Marley was not only a leader when it came to activism. He was also a leader for emerging music. He often communicated politics and social issues through his lyrics. Rather than conforming to the demands of the music industry, he created his own unique and authentic style of music. Bob Marley shared fundamental elements of music in his work that is now found in the music genres of today.
This world is a big place. It is very diverse, in culture, beliefs, traditions, and even music. Music is an important part of this world; not just pop music and what many first world countries are used to, but music of the world as well, such as melodies in Cuba or Africa. These two countries share many characteristics in their music, despite being two very different places. From the melody, to the rhythm, and even the instruments and cultural practices, the countries of Cuba and Africa have both very similar traits in their music.
Music is an art form and source of power. Many forms of music reflect culture and society, as well as, containing political content and social message. Music as social change has been highlighted throughout the 20th century. In the 1960s the United States saw political and socially oriented folk music discussing the Vietnam War and other social issues. In Jamaica during the 1970s and 1980s reggae developed out of the Ghetto’s of Trench town and expressed the social unrest of the poor and the need to over-through the oppressors. The 1980’s brought the newest development in social and political music, the emergence of hip-hop and rap. This urban musical art form that was developed in New York City has now taken over the mainstream, but originated as an empowering art form for urban youth and emerging working class.
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Music does have the power to recruit individuals longing for a space to say that otherwise might not be able to be voiced and can be used as a tool for education to present new information to audiences . However, the music’s ability to be participatory in nature, promote a universal theme with the ability to diffuse borders and bridge networks regardless of ethnicity, and how well it frames its collective identity are ultimately what set the movement up to be a successful musical transnational social movement, and affect global civil society in a positive way.
Music has played a role in society since the dawn of man. Said to be the beginning of communication in early civilization, music and dance have influenced how we think, act and treat members of our own society. Song and dance is used in rites of passage ceremonies such as births, weddings and funerals throughout the world. Jamaican and Yoruba cultures have made many contributions to our society. The uses of this music as a vehicle for political issues, values, and beliefs have been used by many musicians from different cultures. I intend to discuss the Contribution of these two contemporary cultures music and their effect on society.