Reviews (page 8 of 13)
Basically what I wrote about the previous Bob Marley album but I'll expand a bit more I guess. Reggae is my least favorite genre (but better than the modern pop country stuff). However, I fully concede that The Wailers were first rate musicians a composers, arguably the best to ever do it. Bob is truly an icon and brilliant song writer who produced songs that I would probably be playing all the time if I was introduced to them in a different genre. The grooves and social commentary across this album cut deep and there's no denying this album's place on the Mount Olympus of classics. All that said, everything Bob and the Wailers bring to the table makes this album all the more exciting and enjoyable than other similar albums, though not more so enough for me to give it more than a 3. As I said earlier, I just really don't like reggae.
Vibes forever
Fine performance; generally just not my style.
Good chill music but started to lose interest toward the end.
I mean.. come on.... It's Bob Marley! Not his most popular songs but all of them had such a nice bite of history. I feel like im listening to a time capsule of civil unrest all while still written to entertain, and this album is great at doing that.
Думаю для лета это был бы крутой альбом Сейчас же он меня не особо раскачал но несомненно шайб +
I liked this less than I had thought I would.
I liked it.
Pretty good album overall, some great songs at the start
Loved it!
Pretty chill. 4/5 Highlights: No Woman No Cry
A great reggae album, easy to listen to and sing along. You feel included in the music from the very start. Musically it's often simplistic, with similar rhythms across most of the songs. Which breaks up ever so often on some of the better songs which have more character. Lyrical themes are where the album most shines. They tell a story of love, fighting for freedom and enduring tough times, which is inspirational and conveys an emotional atmosphere throughout.
No women, no cry - and Reggae.
I loved hearing the first recorded version of No Woman, No Cry, which is not the recording that most of us hear regularly on the radio or out in the world. Obviously this album is monumental and beautiful. I will also point out that Marley's upper register, not falsetto, but a full-chested alto, is just amazing.
BEST SONGS: - No Woman No Cry - Rebel Music
I’ve never been a big Bob Marley fan, and reggae isn’t a genre I usually gravitate toward, but this was a pleasant surprise. This is the second Bob Marley album I’ve heard, and I found it really enjoyable. The elements of his music that don’t usually appeal to me were more subtle here, which gave it a smooth and laidback vibe.
Overall a great album, a bit less energy than my all time favorite Bob Marley album, Live! 1975.
As I sit listening to this album, we're getting blanketed with the first significant snowfall of the winter and air temperatures have dropped to single digits (F). This album is the perfect antidote. Beyond just transporting the listener to somewhere much warmer, the rhythm section here is sick. This is peak Bob Marley. "No Woman, No Cry" is the song everyone knows from this album, and rightly so--it's a beautiful song, but this whole album is the epitome of reggae. 5 enthusiastic stars.
Lively Up Yourself 3.6 No Woman, No Cry 3.8 Them Belly Full (But We Hungry) 4 Rebel Music (3 O'Clock Roadblock) 4.2 So Jah She 3.3 Natty Dread 3.4 Bend Down Low 3.4 Talkin' Blues 3.5 Revolution 3.4 Score: 3.622222222
There's a very satisfying time in his voice, tone
23/1089 - I like the guitar fills. Normally I do not like redundancy too much, but I think it's done well here due to the variation in comping and "microshifts" inbetween the various phrases. I don't listen to reggae much so it was really interesting to listen to, especially with it's non-standard drum patterns (backbeat is in a different place).
ровно год как я вписался в эту авантюру. я в ахуе. столько всего послушал, и говна и пиздатого, и то что всегда хотел приценить, но не доходили руки. короче эксперимент продолжается!!! а по старине Бобу - все ещё наш слоняра
nunca fui mto fã de bob marley
reggae né achei legal até, tem uma pegada pro blues em alguns momentos. letras bem políticas, btw. não é minha pira não, mas é divertidim
"Lively Up Yourself" what a really amazing song, I'm not a huge reggae fan but this one had a different vibe with the guitar and it worked pretty nicely, like more of a rock vibe but the mix of rock and reggae was amazing and what a damn f*ckin good sax solo. "No Woman No Cry" is a classic for sure but actually I'm not really impressed by it like I feel it's a bit overrated, it's a good song but nothing makes it special. "So Jah S'eh" was really nice, the lyrics were really great and well what a really special and viby voice Bob has, once again not a huge fan of reggae but this one hitted differently and was really enjoyable. In general, Bob's strenght comes from his lyrics which are insane for example in "Revolution" but also his voice and his singers which add something really attractive and catchy so basically as a non reggae listener I really enjoyed this album !
oh that's gonna be good Really strong start with Lively up yourself setting the tone for the rest of the album No one i this world can resist to sing along to No woman no cry it's so good Rebel music : Danakil marley instrumental gimmick!! Talkin' blues : "Your feet are too big for your shoes" quite ironic Really strong album overall, bob is a legend 4
It's not Exodus, but it's still Bob so it's good.
Reggae definitely has its place in the world but maybe just not in mine. Not to say I would have any strong feelings against this playing in any place I found myself in but I also think that's the most I can say about it; that it's decent background music. Bob Marley Is obviously a very important artist and for that reason, I'm glad he exists for those who are a fan. This album features some important political insights about the state of Jamiaca at the time but unfortunately my own ignorance on the topic stopped me from appreciating it fully. A lot of the songs sounded similar and the album became monotonous after a while. Not to mention, it was difficult to separate the stereotype from the sound. I kept imagining Jeremy’s bedroom from Peep Show. I don't think I would intentionally listen to it again but I wouldn't be opposed if someone else put it on, I guess.
Overall: 8/10 I'm not normally a "wake and bake" type of person but I usually listen to these albums in the morning and it would just feel wrong if I didn't burn some herb to listen to this one. I don't think this album is as good as Exodus but it's pretty close. The highlights here are definitely Bob's voice/lyrics and the guitar playing. It's just classic reggae which is awesome if you're into that sort of thing (I am). Get chill and listen to this one, folks, cause it's great. Fav Song: Natty Dread Least Fav Song: Bend Down Low
Better than the Peter Tosh album I had awhile back, but 40 minutes of reggae is still just too much for me. I'm not chill or laid back enough for this.
Politically-charged lyricism, incredible song composition, a good mix of more traditional reggae textures with fun instrumentation/fusion feels mixed throughout - so much more than just a reggae album
Reggae is a genre I've never been totally hot on, but this is very listenable. Was already very familiar with 'No Woman, No Cry', but it doesn't overshadow the rest of the album which surprised me. Probably helps that its sandwiched by two good songs in 'Lively Up Yourself' and 'Them Belly Full' which helps set the tone for the record.
Good
Great Marley album and I heard pretty much what I expected. Not a massive fan of Reggae but always love listening to Bob. Nothing earth-shattering here to be totally honest. Just a good honest representation of early Bob Marley. And always great to chill to.
Amazing album. Exactly what I was expecting from a Bob Marley album and I enjoyed every moment of it. I’m a fan of reggae and this is what I think of when I think reggae. Bob Marley is a legend and I love his music. There’s something about the vibe of his music and that unique sound that belongs to this genre of music that just makes me happy. This is a great album to throw on when you just want to relax, sit on the beach and have a beer. Even songs that have such depth and sadness to them, find a way to soothe you on another level.
not really a bob fan, but there’s nothing offensive about this record sort of drags on after a while. very mid tempo i did enjoy the more ska focused tracks, though there weren’t many. 5/10
So fire, so chill, so laid-back. Bob Marley at its finest.
Definitely the best of the BM albums I have heard on this list. Still just not really my jam.
Standout Track: Lively Up Yourself
Not my style again, but I respect the sound and feels from Bob
Bob Marley & The Wailers - Natty Dread Great reggae album coming from Bob Marley which features a lot of political depth into almost every song on here. Short and conscise album, overall this is great! 1.- Lively Up Yourself = 9/10 2.- No Woman No Cry = 9/10 3.- Them Belly Full (But We Hungry) = 8/10 4.- Rebel Music (3 O'Clock Roadblock) = 10/10 5.- So Jah S'eh = 9/10 6.- Natty Dread = 7/10 7.- Bend Down Low = 7/10 8.- Talkin' Blues = 9/10 9.- Revolution = 10/10 FINAL SCORE: 8.7/10
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6/10
At some point I hope to revisit this, but my honest truth right now is that I don't know enough reggae to critically evaluate reggae.
This is an album where I find myself subliminally saying “hell ya!” After almost every song. To be fair, I had already known a handful of these songs. To be fair, Lively Up Yourself is one of the weakest tracks and that starts off this album. Maybe I’m just a sucker for that reggae beat. I have found myself trailing off with my thoughts, which leads me to not give a 5 star rating. Again, like with so many bands and albums, you have to really like the sound. You have to really like the message, as long as you can find it. This is probably one of his best albums to date, who knows what the family will drum up as the years go on. Choice cut: No Woman No Cry
Was alright, didn't feel like I was paying attention when listening during work
So good. Was just in the mood for some Bob Marley. Hard to be in a bad mood when listening to this.
85/100. A nicely paced reggae record. It might feel a bit front-loaded, but it’s enjoyable overall. This features one of Marley's biggest hits, No Woman, No Cry.
I like this more than I thought I would. Not sure what I was expecting. I thought every song would sound reggae but they don't.
Lättlyssnad och skön musik
No soy muy de la onda del reggae, peor e gustó el disco. No recordaba que No Woman No Cry era tan buena. Sólido.
Great reggae music, very accessible and easy to listen to. Some classic songs as well as some great beats on ones that I was not familiar with. Very chilled out, I could listen to this often while blazing it. Seems like they go hand in hand.
This album made me feel like I was on the beach on a hot day. Got me so ready for summer, I love it
I smoke way too much weed to not be more in to Bob Marley than I am, but reggae just never quite grabs me. I respect the hell out of him, his music, his message, his legend, though. I gave this album a couple listens today too, the few stand out repeat listens: "No Woman No Cry," "Them Belly Full," and "Natty Dread."
Lots of songs were familiar but it was nice up hear them all together
Pretty good album, 3.5 was hoping for more classics but it was fun to hear "No Woman, No Cry" studio version instead of the far more famous live version
I haven’t listened to a lot a of reggae overall except the songs that have been played to death. I actually did enjoy this album overall, solid length and great playing and singing.
Not nearly as good as 'Exodus'. And the studio version of No Woman No Cry is vastly inferior too.
I like Bob Marley, but I'm more of a greatest hits kind of Bob Marley fan. Nothing bad, the music is good, but all the songs sound similar.
Lively Up Yourself - pretty good, pretty samey No Woman No Cry - sweeter and better than I remember Them Belly Full (But We Hungry) - not bad Rebel Music - like the country aspect of this, and spooky Nick Cave feel So Jah S'eh - love the jazzy feel Natty Dread - pretty good Bend Down Low - pretty good Talkin' Blues - prettyyyyy dull Revolution - I like the edge to this one Am-A-Do - Not bad Overally I wouldn't return for anything except No Woman No Cry but I did enjoy the album more than I thought I would.
ja wel aardig
This is a solid reggae album, that I feel I will appreciate more on subsequent listens. No Woman No Cry is a classic, but this sped up drum machine based version was much improved with the more commonly heard live version. Liked Songs Added: Lively Up Yourself Them Belly Full (But We Hungry)
Both classic and relevant. Especially 'them belly full (But we hungry)' Can't fault. 5/5
always a relaxed listen
Bob Marley’s voice sounds very good at this moment. The songs are good but like a fair amount of reggae music can be somewhat repetitive. The version of no woman no cry is nice to hear and different than their more usual version from legend. Great album that I’ll listen to again
Not quite exodus but still good 4/5
A few notable classics. Overall an enjoyable listen
Reviewed Exodus just two days ago, so feels unfair to rate this earlier, less polished album so soon. This is Marley's first record as the official leader of the Wailers, and is evident that the songwriting lacks the polish of the band at their zenith. This record is consistently good, but lacks any clear high points. Best Tracks: - Revolution - No Woman No Cry Worst Tracks: - So Jah S'eh Rating: 6/10
Great artist with a lot of great songs. I haven't listened to an album from start to finish by Bob Marley before so this was a great experience. Smooth and rhythmic songs with exactly the sound I expect from this artist.
Reminds me of the good times jammin' in the Minnie Winnie in osoyoos, big fan!
We're jammin'
- gutes Album, das man so am Stück easy hören kann - No Woman No Cry bleibt natürlich im Kopf, der Rest leider nicht so, aber man wippt schon viel mit und sowieso eignet sich Reggae mega als Musik neben der Arbeit
With true respect to Bob Marley, this is good background music
Good stuff
Really good background music, as such haven't been deeply listening to any lyricism, just the instrumentals. With that being said, and as someone who going into this album was not keen for anything labelled as Reggae that this is an easy listening album that I could easily come back to! I HATE this "do it with your bad self" vamp in Am-A-Do, fuck this shit's annoying
I had never really listened to any reggae before starting this, but I'm really enjoying it. I'm not sure if it's something I'll seek out on my own in the future, but this is some good stuff. I'm nearly 900 albums into this thing so anything but classic rock is always welcomed. Would rate 3.5.
This feels like I am at a peaceful protest, dancing and chanting. Live versions are always so much better; Bob Marley is an amazing performer.
Listening to this all the way through, it ages like fine wine. Such an easy listen with so much depth. So cohesive and entertaining with the use of so many instruments
Needed on a blue day.
"And sus me out" Pretty much any album by Bob Marley from 1973-1980 is gonna be good and this one is no exception, though I do prefer other albums from this era such as "Catch a Fire" and "Exodus". Listening to this album just feels like you're going through the motions of a Bob Marley album which isn't a bad thing, it's just not as memorable as those other records. "No Woman No Cry" is definitely the highlight here but there's plenty of other tracks that make this worth checking out. If this is an "average" Bob Marley album than it just goes to show how good the guy is at making music. Favorite track: No Woman No Cry 3.5/5
so good absolute vibes
Really can't complain about this one, great production and grooves
Considering how much Bob I’ve listened to over the years, I can always come back to it and hear something that puts a smile on my face. Lots of smiling during this one.
This was perfect for my first day back in the office after the holiday break. Enjoyable and very chill.
4.5 stars for me. For being the first album on his own it's such a great one. He would only get better, but this is a solid outing. The addition of the I-Threes rounds out an already tight group and it would be hard to hear his music without them.
This is my fav Bob Marley record. Peter Tosh left the band the year this came out, and while Bob was the McCartney of The Wailers — having firm control over the creative decision making — Tosh was more dedicated to the rawer sound of reggae steeped in the sparser, dryer dub subgenre that was in full swing around this time, and his lyrical lens was sharply focused on the political. Without Tosh around their sound shifted drastically towards a more global, polished reggae sound Bob pioneered. One big reason I love this Wailers record is it’s their grooviest record. The heavy influence of soul, r&b, gospel, and folk music present throughout the record is unlike any other Wailers record before or after. This is really evident in the opening 4-8 bar sections of most songs, just before the iconic reggae back-beat settles in. The band is also air-tight. Their unity and collective rhythm is so satisfyingly smooth. They established a pocket on this record somewhere between a traditional swing and reggae’s shifted, lurching pulse. Bob launched The Wailers into the stratosphere around this time too. Their now-ubiquitous catalog of hits started piling up on the record before this with ‘Get Up, Stand Up’ and ‘I Shot The Sheriff’, and this record contributes its fair share to that legacy. And for what it’s worth, ‘Them Belly Full’ is hands-down my fav Wailers song.
No standout tracks (for me) but the overall vibe of this effort is very cool and perfect for a lazy afternoon sitting under the sun by the pool.
I...have never seen the appeal of reggae. It has always seemed like a slow, repetitive genre that doesn't offer much to dance to, much message to hang on to, and much intrigue when it comes to arrangements or instrumentation. Obviously, Bob Marley is known for being a powerful lyricist, one that delivers messages of social change through his words of peace and love. I was ready for this album to prove me wrong, to be the one that finally made me get reggae. Who better than the man everyone praises as the best to ever do it? Well... All it did was confirm my feelings about it. Sure, Marley does have good messaging in his songs, albeit pretty simple and surface level messaging. It wasn't enough to get me excited. Nothing about this album was. I will get hate for this, but I just do not and have never seen the appeal of reggae. Somebody please explain it to me. Do I need to be high? It seemed like all the stoners I knew in college loved Marley. Is that what I'm missing? I could see that being what I'm missing. I'm not even joking. Anyway, sorry to do this to the man himself but, two stars. Standout Tracks: Lively Up Yourself, No Woman No Cry, Them Belly Full (But We Hungry), Talkin' Blues
Good stuff
Iconic way to start 2025! I am so unfamiliar with reggae and yet I somehow feel like I get it with this album. Moody, eniticing and honest, I can hardly fault it
Nice to relax to, but not my cup of tea. Found it peaceful.
Not sure what to say about this. Everyone I've ever talked to has known who Bob Marley was, and what he sounds like.
Bob’s studio stuff doesn’t hit near as well as his live stuff. Still iconic.
256/1001 🌕🌕🌕🌑🌑
Yeah I liked this one alot but would necessarily play it in high rotation - I think reggae is for a particular mood but 100% would play again and I second the hat Julia said about it being good music to clean to!!
Vibey music. Didn't add to playlist but would listen again. A++ for music to clean room to
As a typical Bob Marley sceptic, this might be my favourite album of his.
My first concert was The Wailers and I have loved Bob Marley and them every since. Bend Down Low and all it's covers always makes me smile.
A bit odd to listen to this in the dead of winter. This is definitely a summer album. Marley's politics shines but the songs are just good, not great. Give me Exodus over this one.
The best
3+ Stars (9/15)
Love this album.
Solid easy listening. Nothing particularly stood out, but everything blended together nicely for a relaxing 40 minute listen.
Nice and basic reggae, I liked it
He's an icon for a reason.
Know this album well, just feel the vibe. Essential.
Great album - total classic
Phenomenal album. Every song unique and extremely catchy.
i liked this one better than the other bob marley album we had on here! no woman no cry!
another solid offering from robert. no woman no cry is the standout here, but there are a few others worth checking out here. favorites: lively up yourself, no woman no cry, them belly full (but we hungry), natty dread
Not a huge fan of reggae, but it's a vibe. Gets a bit stale after a while. Decent background music.
a vibe. slightly repetitive. no real standouts
comfy record. unlikely to return to it bc it's not my jam but i was surprised by how much i ended up liking it... maybe. maybe i might come back to it. well, whatever, at least i listened to it all the way thru, that's more than i can say for a handful of these at this point
Felt like this was kinda hit or miss. Wish it had more instrumentation sometimes, but decently groovy. Fav Songs: Lively Up Yourself, Revolution
Fine, I guess
Big man ting. Simpsons: Yes
Good vibes overall. No Woman No Cry the only stand out song.
I enjoyed No Woman No Cry, but nothing else really stood out for me. However, it's not the worst thing to listen to.
It was alright, not as good as exodus though
Reggae isn't for me
Not a big reggae fan
Pretty squarely a 3.5/5. Neither a 3 or a 4 feels quite right. I guess I'm feeling a bit more positive today. 3.5/5
I've always had a special place in my heart for Bob Marley and his music. I first fell in love with it as a teenager, especially while smoking and just vibing to his rhythms. Now, as a young adult, I still find his music just as captivating and powerful. There’s something timeless about it—the production, the instrumentation, and especially the incredible work of The Wailers. His lyrics are always meaningful and thought-provoking, filled with messages of love, unity, and resistance, and they continue to feel so fresh and relevant even today. It’s amazing to think that, despite being one of the most famous artists in the world, his music still resonates deeply, and I think his place in history is more than deserved. While reggae music existed long before him, it was Bob Marley who really brought it into the global spotlight, shaping it into what it is today. His impact on the genre is undeniable, and he has inspired countless artists worldwide. His music has an incredible way of transcending time and place. Every album from him feels like it’s crafted with love and care, and I honestly don’t think there’s a single album that’s bad or even mediocre. They all carry a certain energy and depth that’s hard to match. When I think about albums like Exodus, Catch a Fire, and Uprising, I’m reminded of just how powerful and essential his work is. These albums, in particular, are nothing short of masterpieces—timeless records that have shaped not only reggae but the wider landscape of music. They’re all 5/5 in my eyes, with each track telling a story and creating an atmosphere that’s unmatched. Bob Marley’s music is more than just songs; it’s a feeling, a movement, a legacy that continues to influence generations.
Heard it many times before, not his best but still pretty good.
Solid not my favorite by Marley but overall a decent album
3 out of 5. Nice to see Bob Marley on this list after not listening to him for ages.
Every time I listen to Bob Marley, I feel like his music is just missing something. Just like other Bob Marley that I've listened to, it's serviceable reggae, but I feel like I enjoy other reggae artists more. Best Songs: No Woman No Cry, Rebel Music Worst Songs: Am-A-Do
Listened to this while playing Imperium: Legends. I won! Definitely some great songs on here...but i must say, I've never been a big fan of reggae music. Definitely can hear why this album was important, but not something I'd throw on again and again.
Bob Marley, poet and a prophet. I mean another classic record I suppose. Solid 4. Not much to say about it.
Not too bad, I like it
I did enjoy this album but I prefer his anthology with hits, felt like the songs didn't hit as much as I'd have liked them to
Fishman hat's besser gemacht. Overall entspannend aber halt echt bisschen langweilig für mich 🙂↔️
I enjoyed listening to this album while I made banana bread french toast this morning. It was very catchy and easy to vibe with. I love Bob Marley, I recently watched the Bob Marley movie.
An important album. I have preferred others, but they were compilations of his work. This was a solid listen.
I prefer other Bob Marley stuff I've heard. Also, this is probably sacrilege, but I prefer The Harder They Come as a reggae album to this as well.
I seem to only listen to reggae when barbecuing in the summer. It's very much a time and place thing for me. Foggy scottish evening -2deg doesn't cut it
I’ve always found reggae quite samey and quite dull.
It's hard to separate the art from the artist. Great music but then apparently he was a criminal (smoked MARIJUANA) so it's hard to know what to think
Natty Dread shows what Marley could do without Bunny Wailer or Peter Tosh. "No Woman, No Cry" is one of my favorite Marley tunes.
While I personally think that Burning is the best Bob Marley and the Wailers album, Natty Dread is close on its heals. It is jam packed with iconic reggae songs including Lively Up Yourself, Rebel Music, the title track, and one of Marley's most touching, emotional songs, No Woman, No Cry. By 1974, The Wailers were really all about Bob Marley. The songs reflect him and he alone. Without Peter Tosh, the Wailers had become little more than a backing band for Marley. That's fine because his vision for reggae was leaps and bounds ahead of everyone else, even in 1974. It's hard to answer the question "If you can only own one Bob Marley album, what should it be?" because there are so many good ones. The beauty of our times is that you don't have to make that choice. Go listen to this now, and try not to cry during No Woman, No Cry.
Easy, breezy, vibey.
Super zum Aufstehen!
So Jeh Seh this album will Lively Up Yourself. You would be right!
Decent chill album. Don't hate reggae, don't love it either
4.5+/5
Of all the Bob Marley albums on this list, this is the weakest one. Aside from "No Woman No Cry" none of the songs really stand out. Nothing about it is particularly exciting in any way, musically or lyrically. I've been generally pleasantly surprised by the other Bob Marley albums on this list, as I tend to not be a huge fan of reggae, but this reminds me of all the things I dislike about the genre. "No Woman No Cry" is an elite song, but that's really the only bright spot on this album.
Didn’t love it
I love it. This was my first generated album. It doesn’t sound like it was made in 1970’s. The production is so immaculate. I was having a bad day and this livened up my day.
¿Cuál es el mejor desico de Bob Marley? ¿Exodus? ¿Kaya? ?Su legendario directo?¿Uprising? En realidad cualquiera. No digamos ya con The Wailers. Su ritmo productivo es inversamente proporcional a su calidad como compositor e intérprete. Este contiene himnos como la apertura de Lively up yourself, Talkin’ Blues y sobre todo No Woman, no Cry (un poco más acelerada y menos apasaionada que la versión de Live!). Ya había tirunfado tanto en Jamaica como en el mundo entero (gracias a la versión de Clapton del I Shot the Sheriff). Y con este "debut" su éxito no hizo más que multiplicarse en una carrera meteórica que solo se frenó con su prematuro fallecimiento. Otros discos del 74 fueron los discos Here Come The Warm Jets de Brian Eno. On The Beach de Neil Young, Stevie Wonder, Gram Parsons, Kraftwerk, Gene Clark, Supertramp, Genesis, Big Star, Neil Young, Tangerine Dream o los imprescindibes directos de Van Morrison y Bob Dylan. También los de New York Dolls, Tom Waits, Mike Oldfield, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Steely Dan, The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Minnie Riperton, Brian Eno, Roxy Music, ELO y King Crimson..
This is my first album on from 1001albums, before listening I wasn't sure if I knew the songs or not. But of course I did! I just never knew the time frame or album of Bob Marley music, it's just sort of always there in the background untethered. 3/5 (but I know I'll disagree later)
Decent stuff. Classic bobby
Can't say this is my thing but it was a nice chill time but I kind of feel out of my depth trying to analyze this one. All around, good yea
Essential reggae listening 4/5
A lot of bangers on here, not enough for a 5 but this is totally a 4. In the realm of reggae I'm more of a Peter Tosh fan than Marley but this one is very enjoyable
I liked it, but it was certainly more low key then I tend to listen to.
Clássico! Com letra fortes e um ritmo contagiante. Além da clássica `No Woman, No Cry`, gostei de `Them Belly Full(But We Hungry)` e `Natty Dread`
Pretty chill. Enjoyed it more than i thought i would. Maybe because just those 2-3 songs are overplayed
Wasn't sure how I felt about this album initially. It was a nice enough album, and I liked the lyrics. But it just wasn't clicking for me I think I just prefer other Bob Marley songs to these. They weren't bad at all, just missing a spark No Woman No Cry - love that song though! 3 ⭐️
87% Best: Lively Up Yourself; Them Belly Full (But We Hungry); Rebel Music (3 O'Clock Roadblock); Bend Down Low; Talkin' Blues Must-Hear? Sure
Can see myself chilling to this in the living room. Doesn’t do anything spectacular to me, though. Nice heavy bass is good.
There's a legitimate argument that "Legend" actually is the best way to experience the Wailers, because there's almost no songs *missing* from that comp that should be there - including most of Exodus. Except, for some reason, every single track on this album (the live No Woman, No Cry you all know is much different than the studio one presented here). This is a slow burn, a potent mix of joy and politics and growing spirituality that is best enjoyed with your full attention. It rewards close, and repeat, listening more than most albums.
It was a nice listen while I drove and walked in the morning.
3.5
Expecting slightly better
Kinda torn on this one. As far as reggae goes, Bob Marley nails it. Great merger of uplifting music with heavy subjects. However, without much variety from one song to the next, it felt like the album overstayed its welcome. Would have been a better experience in smaller doses.
Didn’t like this a bit. Hard to listen to it all when it kept putting me to sleep.
So chill. Just what I needed today. So many great songs. I do think I preferred the other Marley album I got a few months ago, but this one is pretty good too. Highlights: No Woman No Cry Them Belly Full Natty Dread Talkin' Blues
really like the blend of male/female vocals, especially with female as backing vocals. Most of the instrumentals are relatively similar, but the it makes a lot of sense given the very distinctive genre. favourite songs: rebel music, So Jah S'eh, Talkin' blues, revolution overall around 7/10
Not really a fan of reggae or Bob Marley, but I remember listening to a few songs off this album growing up. Not an album that I am likely to revisit
This is a great album 4/5
Reggea might well be the ultimate 'easy to love, easier to ignore' genre out there. Bob Marley proves both of these statements here: the former on the first half, the latter on the second half.
I think I was more familiar with the live recordings of some of these songs: "No Woman No Cry" sounds very clean and less impassioned in this studio cut. It's a general theme here that these tracks seem very clean and tidy which is to say that they lack some of the emotion that I usually associate with Mr. Marley. I admire his careful and delicate control of his voice and while I'm firmly out of my reggae phase, this album was a nice way to revisit the roots of that time in my life.
Foundational and fun
What I’d expect from Bob Marley.
Enjoyed this one.
Bob kinda goes solo here, no more Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer but this has the classic "No Woman No Cry" and the rest is a solid mix of chill vibes and biting social commentary.
Nunca pense escuchar reggea para trabajar pero pretty good
I thought I'd love this, but I didn't really
Quite enjoyed, good vibes
Love me the reggae with Marley!
Some good vibes, not bad.
Classic bob marley
Great album! Bob Marley really is a legend and what gets this album on 5 stars for me is that it's not just a pure reggae album - the band are playing around with funky and jazzy riffs here and there making it overall more interesting experience than just your typical reggae tunes.
cant help but feel the vibes
I am a proponent of using Bob Marley's music and methods as a coping mechanism for when the world goes sideways, or for when it doesn't. Thanks, Bob, for reminding me today that all will be well.
Reggae. Marley. For me, he IS the genre and I like the atmosphere the music creates, but I wouldn't sit down and listen to it.
Heeel leuk, vibingggg. Ik wil het Ajax truitje
Lacked a little heaviness in beat. Not the level of groove I hoped for. Did enjoy no woman no cry on a bontempi organ
Not for me
whats up yall its ya boi bob marley and guess what i got a fresh cut
Never been a big Marley guy. noWoman No Cry is on here so this at least warrants 4 stara
Great Album. I ended up listening to Bob the entire day.
Great intro to reggae.
Not a huge fan of reggae but part of the reason for doing this project is to expose yourself to new and other music. Surprisingly liked this but doubt I'd put it on very often.
I wanted to like it more. I liked a few songs but overall found the album unexciting.
Still need to see the movie
Smooth as butter
achei ok
Classic
Less Reggae-y than I expected, and better than I was thought it was going to be!
Primer disco lanzado como Bob Marley & The Wailers, sin Peter Tosh y Bunny Livingston, y con un trío vocal femenino que incluía a su esposa Rita. En él Marley regresa a la raíces del reggae con canciones dotadas de fuerte contenido sociopolítico y el aura de música religiosa dirigida a 'Jah'. Destaca sobre manera el clásico "No Woman No Cry", una balada excelsa que no deja de tener una cierta preocupación social. A parte de este, me gusta mucho "Them Belly Full (But We Hungry)" y su llamamiento contra el hambre en el mundo como poderosa fuente de conflicto y rebelión. En la misma línea también destacan "Rebel Music (3 O'Clock Road Block)" y "Revolution", canciones contra la pobreza, la avaricia y la desesperanza.
Liked Song No Woman No Cry
goeie muziek, goeie lyrics... maar te veel van hetzelfde, zoals wel meer reggae
Masterpiece
# Album Name: Natty Dread # Artist: Bob Marley and The Wailers # Rating: # Comments: Three really good opening songs on this album - lively up yourself, no woman no cry and them belly full. The bass on them belly full is great. The reggae grove is out in full force. Theirs some great use of gospel, brass and lead guitar on this album. From song 4 onwards, the album kind of blended into one for me. A really nice chilled vibe but i wouldnt put this as a 5. Its a solid 4. I'll come back to this album. # Top Tunes: lively up yourself, no woman no cry and them belly full. # Would I listen to it again? Yes
Mola
Good quick album of some classic chill music.
Not the best i've heard from Bob, but there's still classics on here without a doubt. Solid all the way through.
This is 100% a protest album and it does an excellent job of doing it. I don’t know if there are other Bob Marley albums on this list, but there needs to be at least one. This is distinctive and awesome. Makes you want to sit in a beach bar in Jamaica and sip on a drink with an umbrella in it.
I knew No Woman No Cry, but none of the other songs. I enjoyed the album, but nothing else stood out.
When I hear an album like this, it makes me a little sad reggae is synonymous with American stoner culture.
While not the masterpiece that Exodus is, when Bob Marley is less than excellent, he's still pretty great. Faves: Natty Dread, Talkin' Blues.
I had Peter Tosh's "Legalize It" a while ago and I went into this one with the same openness, to maybe be surprised by Reggae, one more time (however unlikely because I know of course what Bob Marley sounds like). But no. Unlike Legalize It, this is precisely what I expected: to be unfathomably bored. And worse. There's possibly something I'm missing in the lyrics or the whole thing's cultural or whatever importance but I can't be arsed to look or hear into it. This is the lamest, tamest, and accordingly most tainted by irritating superficial Reggae bros music in the history of everything. The absolute cliché of a sound I'm not too fond of to begin with. All these blunts, for this!? Coincidentally, I played another Reggae album from a list of records released in 1974, the same year, just yesterday. Out of curiosity, an artist I'd never heard of, super high rated. "Peace and Love - Wadadasow" from Dadaweh. Makes me deduct another point here.
Very good album, I liked this a lot more than Catch a Fire. Great vocals, great grove (a lot funkier than I expected), I also really like the organ parts (it may be an E-piano idk). Mid 4.
Волшебство какое-то. Попался этот альбом в дождливый день, ехал на велике с улыбкой на лице! Кайф!
Helt solid platta. Kul att det finns några versioner av låtar som man inte hört i den tappningen förr.
I was feelin' pretty under the weather I listened to this album and wrote this review, so jus' keep that in mind if it doesn't end up bein', like, **super long**. Honestly, for the first three songs, I just spent a lot of time thinking about the live versions that would pop up a year later. Not that I think any of them are bad, of course. It's just, y'know, a little hard to go back to how small the original "No Woman, No Cry" is when its live performance is so perfect, down to even the bit of microphone feedback seeming completely purposeful and intentional. Then there's the rest of the album, which is also pretty good — classic Marley stuff — but none of it exactly matches up to the deeper cuts on something like EXODUS. It's another case where if I paid attention to lyrics I'd probably get more out of it all, given this one review that says this album's a big "Here's who I am, here I am" thing for Marley. This **was** his first as sole frontman of The Wailers, after all. But, y'know, me being me — even if I **didn't** have this pressure on my sinuses and a soreness in the back of my throat. Still, like all good reggae, the groove can still absolutely carry, so ultimately I don't have much to complain about. Y'know, I'll give this thing a 4. A lot of my experience listening to it probably had more to do with my sickness and how tired I felt than anything the album actually did. I'm sure if I had a clearer head I would've had a better experience. So, in all fairness, it's a 4 at least. Now hopefully what I caught can clear up before my group gets another great album, goodness.
Reggae: the gift that keeps on giving. 4.5 up to 5.
I’m at a 4, and I’m sort of annoyed that I am. This is not a bad album at all, and it’s certainly no lower than a 4. I’m just annoyed that I haven’t been able to give either Bob Marley album we’ve gotten so far a 5. This one hits on the same thing that Exodus did, where once you exit the flow state, the album’s cohesion and melodic substance falls apart just enough to bring the album down a bit as a full experience. I thought the first track wasn’t a great tonesetter in terms of mood and atmosphere, but Tracks 2-5 got me into that flow state, and Tracks 6 and 7 were still pretty good, if a bit of a step down. Tracks 8 and 9 certainly aren’t bad, but they sacrifice the melodic depth for lyrical depth, and while they tell good stories, I think they require a deeper context of the sociopolitical climate of the time that I just don’t have, and so I can’t connect to them like that. Once again, though, this is not a bad album – what’s here is full of the same vibrance and confidence present on Exodus, and its sound feels just as polished despite being 3 years younger. I just don’t think the entire thing hangs on as a front to back experience – there are certainly lulls in the music, and a few tracks fall for the “first minute is the whole song” trap, but usually it’s done so well that it’s easy to ignore. It just has too many of those moments pop up over the course of the album for me to give it a 5, but make no mistake – this is certainly one of the 1,001 albums one should listen to before they die. I just wish it had a little more cohesion to bump up to a 5, but I’m not quite there. Still a great album, though.
There's obviously skill here and this is influential, but I found less than I expected to. Could have been me or the day since I only had time for one listen.
I don't know why but this album made me anxious. I find myself waiting for the beat to drop, but it never happens. I like a single here and there, but a whole reggae album might not be for me. There is some beautiful stuff here, I probably need to revisit it after taking the proper path.
Easy listening, some hits. Happy to listen to Marley any time. 2.7/5
4.5 ⭐️ Iconic. Goede lyrics die kijk in zijn persoonlijke leven en de politieke problemen in Jamaica geven. Ik las ook dat hij de credits van de nummers aan familie en vrienden had gegeven om ervoor te zorgen dat ‘they were taken care of’, en veel van de winst aan goede doelen heeft gegeven.
There are few artists so ubiquitous that they are instantly associated with an entire genre, a nation-state, and a faith movement. Bob Marley is one such figure—his image alone evokes thoughts of reggae, Jamaica, and Rastafarianism. Released in 1974, Natty Dread is particularly significant as it is the first album credited solely to Bob Marley & The Wailers, following the departure of Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer. This album also features some of Marley's best-known early hits, marking a key moment in his solo ascension. Like many of his 1970s contemporaries—Queen, The Eagles, Elton John, and Stevie Wonder, to name a few—Marley is often regarded as a “greatest hits” artist. Indeed, Rolling Stone Magazine even included the Legend compilation on its 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list. Given that Marley released 13 albums between 1970 and 1980, it’s understandable that some might reduce his legacy to his hits. However, albums like Natty Dread reveal how much more there is to explore within Marley’s body of work. The album kicks off with "Lively Up Yourself," a prime example of reggae’s inherently uplifting vibe. The song's groovy rhythm and positive message encourage self-confidence, positivity, and unity, inviting listeners to relax and feel joyful. Tracks like "Them Belly Full (But We Hungry)" and "Rebel Music (3 O'Clock Roadblock)" serve as powerful social commentaries, addressing pressing issues of inequality, oppression, and political resistance. Marley’s ability to weave these themes into accessible, rhythmic music helped raise awareness of struggles beyond Jamaica, resonating deeply with marginalized communities around the globe. The title track, "Natty Dread," celebrates Marley’s Rastafarian faith, introducing spiritual and cultural elements that would become central to his work. Most notably, the album features "No Woman, No Cry," which, while its live version from Live! would gain mass popularity, offers a quieter, more intimate glimpse into the song’s origins in its studio form. Reggae as a genre sometimes faces criticism for its slower tempo, offbeat rhythm, and repetitive chord progressions, which some may find simplistic. Additionally, the association with marijuana culture has led to unfair stereotyping. Marley himself is often reduced to a commodified image, destined to adorn t-shirts and posters worldwide, rather than being appreciated as a true artist—a disservice to his immersive legacy. Marley’s voice stands as one of his greatest assets. His passionate, emotive delivery on Natty Dread enhances the album's messages, whether he’s singing about personal struggles in "No Woman, No Cry" or issuing a call to action in "Rebel Music." His charisma and sincerity make the music feel deeply personal and resonate powerfully with listeners. The addition of the I-Threes, with their rich vocal harmonies, adds a new dimension to the sound, making it more dynamic and textured. Notably, the drum and percussion work throughout the album is utterly joyous, enriching the compositions with vibrant texture. Ultimately, with such a vast discography, it’s challenging to pinpoint a single definitive Bob Marley album. However, Natty Dread is indicative of Marley’s artistic vision coming into full focus, as he steps into the forefront without Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer. This album marks a pivotal moment where Marley’s own voice and message begin to take center stage—a trajectory he would continue to develop until his untimely death. Did I own this release? No, I likely owned Legend. Does this release belong on my list? Yes. Would this release make my personal list? From start to finish, this was a compelling listen. As I prefer to have one album per artist on my list, I would like to listen to a few more deep cuts before making a final selection. Will I be listening to it again? There is always a right time and place for reggae.
Album 568 of 1001 Bob Marley & The Wailers - Natty Dread (1974) Rating : 5 / 5 Am awesome album. There is a reason it is iconic. I could probably rate a point lower but I just really enjoy it. In the reggae world, I may overall prefer Peter Tosh a bit more but this is a great album.
Legend
Bob Marley is basically impossible to hate, but I also don't get much from his music other than "yeah, I enjoyed that". So.. yeah, I enjoyed that.
I’m not a big reggae fan. And this certainly isn’t the best from them. Pleasant enough to hear.
Clean production/recording/mix (not my preference for reggae) but sounds very good regardless. Al Anderson, Aston Barrett & Carlton Barrett give great performances. Studio version of "No Woman No Cry" is underrated. "Bend Down Low"...I can't put my finger on what I dislike about this song. Strong cover art, very striking. Favorites: "Rebel Music (3 O'Clock Roadblock)", "So Jah S'eh" Least Favorites: "Bend Down Low" Not my personal favorite Bob Marley release, but overall good album. (x2) 4 Stars, B
This album is a groove. Some songs that would become massive hits and some other great songs. Didn't have high hopes but this one is Marley before he went full messiah. Great reggae sensibility coupled with some great crossover appeal
Always great stuff from Bob Marley
No surprises here. I enjoy reggae. It all sort of sounds the same to me, but I like the sound, so I’ll give it a 3
Love this music, but this isn’t the best of them, would listen again but not on repeat.
Some nice groovy reggae. Only really recognized No Woman No Cry, but enjoyed all of it.
Fundamentally I don't like Reggae, I think it's boring, I think it's musically it's pretty uninspired, and I think it's really repetitive. I can appreciate that Bob is the best to ever do it, I can appreciate that there was some extra musicality to it, but even all of that can't get me to like it. Even the extra instruments get repetitive. I get the feeling that people really only like this for the aesthetic. It's the college freshmen who put this poster on their wall because they want to let everyone know how "cool" they are and that they're not a narc. I just get the feeling that people aren't honest with themselves when it comes to Bob.
Loved it, and landing as my album Friday before a long weekend felt appropriate for the vibe Reggae tends to have.
Pretty mellow album, but I just don't ever find myself in the mood to listen to reggae music. Enjoyable overall but not an everyday listen for me.
irie man
Yeah fine
Es ist unfassbar, dass so ein Klasse-Album bei mir kaum Beachtung fand. "No Woman No cry" kannte ich nur als Live-Aufnahme. Reggae klingt immer gleich -zumindest ähnlich - dachte ich oft in der Vergangenheit. "Natty Dread" beweist das Gegenteil: anspruchsvolle Arrangements mit gelebter Vielfalt in der Instrumentierung und in den Gesangsharmonien. Sehr viel kritische Texte im tanzbaren Gewand.Sehr beeindruckend. Danke, Bob Marley
Mostly interesting as a historical artifact for me.
Not really my jam, but it's a classic for sure
A million coffee shops have ruined this music for me. It's beautiful, but I just can't hear it anymore.
Not really that into the reggae sound, but this was enjoyable enough. Consistent quality.
Haven't really heard much reggae, but I enjoyed this very much. The themes are presented so simple and effective, and the production is top notch.
Pretty good. Nothing blowing my mind though.
Big Bob Marley fan but this is not my favourite album of his. Liked it more on second listen though. Never heard this version of No Woman No Cry before.
4.5 rounded down, don't see how anyone could hate this. First song is the worst one, but still decent.
3.75
Simply beautiful.
Great
Not a great Reggae fan but I can see why this is a good album.
I was never a big Bob Marley fan. I get the appeal, but it just come across as very sappy and also all Reggae songs kinda sound the same to me. Key tracks: No Woman, No Cry
refreshing
I mean it's Bob Marley, it's gotta be a 5!
This is quite a pleasant classic rock CD, but it lacks the firepower of Exodus. It's just more stripped down - not as rich a sound, not as deep - and just not as catchy. In particular, a good chunk of the 2nd half is very repetitive. "Bend Down Low" is literally the same 2-bar lick throughout, that might be the low point. This on-record version of "No Woman No Cry" is the hit, but a couple other songs from the first side are better songs in this version. I especially like the lead off track. It's nice overall, I'd play it again. Just doesn't stand out as much.
This might be one of the most chill albums of all time. Everything about it was interesting from singing in unison with the harmonica to the smooth background chants that underlied the melody. It's no suprise that Bob Marley is such an idolized figure in the music world.
Fantastic!
Another good Bob Marley album. Although not as good as "Exodus". "Talkin' Blues" is the best track here. Nothing special by today's standards. That's all I have to say today. 3 stars for "Natty Dread".
instrumentals and backing vocals are really cool and supportive of Bob Marley’s voice
This will be the second Bob Marley album I will have reviewed after Catch a Fire. It is also the first Bob Marley album of which "The Wailers" are in name only, after Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer left due to disagreements with their producer Chris Blackwell. I will say I enjoyed Natty Dread slightly more than Catch a Fire, if only because the lyrics feel more cohesive and poignant. The album is more politically charged because the lyrics are meant to be empowering for the general population. This includes calls for unification such as in "So Jah Seh", sparking a revolution such as in the aptly named "Revolution" and "Rebel Music (3 O'Clock Roadblock)", a profound warning about a nation's hunger issues on "Them Belly Full (But We Hungry)", and a celebration of the Rastafari religious movement Marley belonged to on the title track. The cherry on the top would be the most known track off this record "No Woman, No Cry", where there is sentiment found for one's upbringing in an impoverished community and the friendships forged in tough times. As much as I still feel new to reggae music with its slower tempos and laid-back vibes, I certainly enjoyed how good Natty Dread was. This album comes with a solid recommendation.
Loved it
Classic. Not certain if any one track stood out to me, but very easy listening
Wel lekker zonnige muziek op deze regendag
Fantastic album!
I am most familiar with Bob Marley's material on Legend as well as the Exodus album. I was not previously familiar with this album. This album contains the studio version of No Woman No Cry, which I had not heard before. I can understand why the live version was included on Legend - it's way better than this version. My favorite track on this album is Lively Up Yourself. The album overall is good, but would not include it as one of his best albums.
A decent album, but there are far better Marley albums. Plus, the big song on the album ( No woman...) is massively inferior to the better known live version.
Crear instrumentales, although the vocals are great for my taste the reggae gets boring
My mother told me if you have nothing nice to say, don't say anything at all.
Yeah, this one is awesome. No doubts.
Familiar territory, most welcome today.
Repetitive in a way Exodus wasn't. Favourite track: No Woman No Cry.
whenever i listen to reggae all I think about is that one time my white uncle to me and my cousins on drive in his beaten up bush car around the forest trails at my grandpas cottage. He pressed play on the cd player in the car and it was just some random reggae comp cd. So we were just barreling down trails in the wood at like 100km/h while blasting bob marley or something like that idk. albums cool ig, but i don't get much out of it. reggae not really my thing, but i can see the appeal
unfortunately, the one massive hole in my "i listen to everything" mentality is reggae - that being said, this was absolutely the perfect introduction. It's groovy and comforting in a way that other types of music really aren't, all packed with social commentary relevant to this day. Will revisit !
Just lovely!
Just kinda slow and same.
Oslagbara vibes
Not for me.
Akin to my other Bob Marley reviews, it's good stuff but boy is it repetitive. It does sound very samey near the end. Still it's relaxing to listen.
While I enjoy an occasional reggae song…..I would never choose to listen to it. I knew one song from this album which I enjoyed - No Woman No Cry. The rest all sounded very similar. While I appreciate what Bob Marley did for this genre and what a disruptor he was, reggae is not my jam.
Peace and love be with ya mon. Marley's signature reggae sound is on full display here.
Not bad though I would have thought these reggae songs would have more groove but I still enjoyed it. I happy to have a break from all the shit punk albums we been getting.
Funky skanky reggae stuff. Bass goes hard like usual
Smoke-ah da weed and everyting gone be ahhright child Little Jacob mission music from gta 4 is a nice change from 2 weeks of rock, but we can do better. #bravetweet but all reggae sounds the same, ESPECIALLY the drums.
Buen disco, pero no es el mejor de bob marley.
not my favorite marley album, but a solid listen
I didn’t hate this, but it also does nothing for me. I’ve never been moved by reggae in any way. Just feels very simplistic and moves at a speed that my life does not, and I wouldn’t want it to.
It’s excellent.
Chill reggae sunny
1st time Listening 6/10
Odvrtio dvaput i nemam više potrebe. Ne mogu reći da imam neku posebno tešku averziju prema reaggaeu, al def zakolutam očima kada ga čujem negdje. Predrasude na stranu, ne mogu reći da mi je sveukupno nešto posebno zanimljiv album, ALI gruv je neosporiv. Mislim da je objektivno teško ostati indiferentan na ovu ritam sekciju. 6.5/10 stoga da prethodno navedeno nosi većinu ocjene, i nemrem dat više nego Beatlesima ofc :)
Uhh, bogami dugo nisam slušao reggae. Volio sam ga kao puno mlađi, dapače uživao, pogotovo u dobrom dub-u, pa idemo viit kaj je Marley kuhao u Harry J. Studios u Kingstonu za svoj sedmi album sa Wailersima: **Natty Dread** 1. Lively Up Yourself - Kreće lijepo, dosta noice otvaranje albuma, reggea sa bluzerskim štihom, prstohvat pozadinskih orguljica, Marleyev glas "at it's prime", simpa sax solo i ajmo pleši! Jedinstvo, pozitiva, entuzijazam, SKANK! 2. No Woman No Cry - Svi je znamo toliko da već pizdiš i riga ti se kad je čuješ, ali i dalje hit i dalje prekrasne riječi. 3. Them Belly Full (But We Hungry) - Jako fini rifić na početku, žene backovi (The I–Threes, u čijem triju je i sama žena Boba, Rita Marley) se raspjevali sa "na na na"! Nastavlja sa političkim tekstovima uz classic reggae. Gladni ljudi su ljuti ljudi, tak da sve zaboravi i pleši uz Jah music! Um ca um ca ca, um ca 4. Rebel Music - A ono... i dalje um ca um ca, ne staje Marley. Ovdje uz trubice i raspjevane žene u posjet dolazi i tužna usna harmonika i svi želimo slobodu i duvat.. Aaaaaaaaa rebel music... hey mr. cop.. 5. So Jah S'eh - Bog kaže da mu djeca neće bit sirotinja. Um ca um ca um ca i dalje... I to je to... 6. Natty Dread - Hoda on hoda, Bog te jebo, kroz 626 ulica sa svojim dredovima, congo bongo i boli ga kita šta će tko reći. Neće tebi Roki NITKO branit da se upušiš ko slanina... um ca um ca 7. Bend Down Low - Naprči se i reći ću ti sve kaj znam... živiš u grijehu... sexy time... Sve isto; trube, orgulje, žene pjevaju, on viče... Aha i da; um ca um ca I dalje u revijalnom tonu neprestano pegla po beni... 8. Talking Blues - Kad je krenula stvar pomislio sam: "Opa ide malo razlike!", ali kurčina od toga, neda se Marley sa um ca um ca, majku mu jebem, roka ga dokle ide... Još jedna pjesma o teškom životu i lažnim propovjedima, nije ni čudo da ga je od brige rak pojeo... 9. Revolution - Fakat više ne znam što da napišem... sad pjeva o revoluciji kao soluciji, um ca um ca do krajnjih granica koji već izaziva nervozu i početni stadij anksioznog napada, uz sve te jebene trubice koje pište na sve strane gotovo konstantno, a žene backovi već i same napola spavaju. Marley ovdje ne želi živjeti u parku i nemoj da ti političar napravi uslugu jer ćeš se sjebat, vrebaju i čekaju grrrrrr... Oooo majku ti jebem više... 10. Am-a-do - Napokon se Marley umorio od tuge na cesti i valjda od misli na revoluciju mu se malo krv uzavrela, tlak naraso pa mu se i kita digla i sad hoće um ca um ca po pički... deri ga trista Marley, k'o što si i mene proteklih 40 minuta... Eto, gotovo... Album slovi kao njegov najbolji album i ono o ćemu reggea zapravo jest i kakav bi trebao biti. Album je krenuo zabavno, emotivno, zaigrano, suigra bekova, gitara, trubica, Hammonda, finih grooveova i kojekakvih dodataka, textualno se naslanja i nastavlja trend Boba Dylana 60tih, ali vrlo brzo shvatih da je to to, nema dalje, um ca um ca do mile volje, duvka, nostalgija za mladosti, žene i politika... album postaje monoton u svemu tome. Mogu staviti u kontekst vremena i svega vezanog i da je taj album zapečatio sam žanr, ali brate, malo je ipak naporan. Možda sam se treb'o naduvat, gledat Trumpovu debatu sa Kamalom i paralelno ševit ili barem nesebićno drkat uz album, možda bi tad bio zabavniji. 3/5 (No Marley, no cry)
Rekla bih dvojka (ili 3.5/10), većinom zbog toga što mi jednostavno ne leži reggae zvuk, iako kužim zašto je jedan od većih albuma. Tražila sam nešto što će me pozitivno iznenaditi i to je bila Lively up Yourself, koja ima baš Grateful Dead zvuk 70ih, super su mi orgulje i gitara. Da nema tog tipičnog reggae ritma, ne bih ni skužila da je to Marley.
A ono, nije mi ova glazba toliko super napeta, vjerujem da je sve ovo bilo puno puno bolje live, nego sad slusati na striming platformama. ALI, ovo zvuci jako dobro! Tipa, produkcijski je ovo totalni vrh. pogotovo sto na mene utjecu vanjske okolnosti, zamisli koliko je siromasna i sjebana jamajka bila tih 70ih, vjerojatno su imali onak neku šupu na plazi s polusjebanim instrumentima i mixerima, a svjedno snime nesto ovako cisto Realno 4 zvijezdice. [...] Bit ce trojka samo zbog no woman no cry, ne mogu to vise cuti [...] Kako album ide dalje, entuzijazam oko male šupice na plazi je splasnuo i lagano mi krece ovaj album ici na kurac. Ostavljam trojku za sad, ali nisam jos ni na pola albuma. Bilo bi mi zao prekinuti album i dati jedinicu, za sad jedino ove gitarske solazice izvlace stvar [..] rebel music malo spašava stvar, cak sam malo i gruvao glavom uz ovo [..] uff ovaj natty dread, kongo, bongo, high, Babylon, daj suti jebote ides na dvojku prebacio sam pjesmu [..] iduce tri su ok, nisu me sekirale. B strana je uvijek bolja, prove me wrong [..] Ma solidna dvojka. Ovako, kuzim kulturoloski zasto je ovo bitan album, kuzim da je produkcija odlicna, ali jednostavno se ne mogu natjerati na ovakav album. Ovo je prvi put da sam si pustio album regea, a vjerojatno i zadnji. Fun fuct, da nije bilo rege glazbe, ne bi bilo niti ambijentalne glazbe. Brian Eno je rekao da je dobio inspiraciju za ambijentalnu glazbu od Rege glazbenika i nacina kako su oni spajali efekte na miksetu. Tako da, u svakom zlu neko dobro I guess
5.5/10 (pre)sporo njihanje u dobi kad nisam lud za reggaeom, kao ni za pljugom vise toliko. Ali mi se prisuljala usna harmonika i dosta divni back vokali koje nisam appreciateao kao klinac dovoljno. Bilo je malo cak i osvjezavajuce cuti nesto drugo od njega da nisu hitovi. Marleya i Wailerse nikad necu popljuvat ali ni pustit doma tak skoro.
Not my favorite Bob Marley album but still strong.
I was surprised by the toned down production compared to the versions of the songs I'm used to. Still wonderful sound.
I'm not a big reggae guy but that was fantastic. Surprised by the depth of instrumentation there is a lot to listen to in every song.
OK album, I enjoyed listening to this. Surprisingly some better songs on here than "No Woman No Cry"
Honestly, I fully expected not to like this and was pleasantly surprised. Felt like a smooth blend of soul and blues with a touch of funk. An enjoyable listen!