Exodus

Classic. Not totally my thing, but several very well known songs

The engineering and mixing are gorgeous. The musicianship is top-rate. Marley had such a talent for melody. Almost every song has at least one ear-worm and several have a couple. Truly incredible melody-maker. But his lyrics! They sound tossed off the top of his incredibly pot-addled head. They are consistently SO poorly thought out; it sounds like he has feelings on religious/political/intimate subjects and was so celebrated at this point that he began believing he could just stand in front of a hot mic and riff and the truth would emerge. It's a mess, for the most part. The love songs on side two are somehow less cringe inducing - maybe because we expect people to sound adolescent when singing about love. All that said, Three Little Birds and One Love are two of the greatest tracks of all time.

From “Natural Mystic” onwards, this is a mighty album, capped by the soaring title track. Life, love, liberation: it’s all here. Magnificent.

A classic masterpiece. If you can't enjoy this do you even like music?

Not my usual thing. Lyrical lucidity, howbeit mostly repetitive instrumental/rhythm. Three little birds is the best song on the album and even that is coloured by my endless exposure to it, hence it's a classic. Not to say that it doesn't deserve to be, and the message is sweet, though nothing extraordinarily profound.

My impressions of Marley were shaped by seeing a bunch of white college kids listening to reggae all the time. For me then, I just couldn't get into the long, repetitive nature of the music. And, I was definitely reacting against this idea of Bob Marley amongst the stoned college crowd. I gave Exodus a listen a couple of times today, turned it up as often and as loud as possible. I can appreciate it more than I could then. If someone had put Natural Mystic or Punky Reggae Party on for me first I might've had a different impression of Marley overall.

the archetypal reggae sound, totally iconic and fresh sounding

This will always remind me of John's tape and making out on the bench seats in his car. Awkward now since Bob Marley is pro-Zionism. Oof.

Not a bad chill album. I'll probably come back to this when i'm feeling like listening to relaxing music.

Great album

So good to listen all the way through. Art that makes me proud

Good album.

It's the Godfather of reggae & this contains some of his iconic tracks to give you that euphoric rush whilst struggling in a dull utopian life.I applaud the talent but right here right now not for me.

For the eponymous track alone, it’s a five

Great blend of Reggae and rock. The back half of the album is my favorite, but the front half doesn't miss either. The opening two tracks pull you in to it. Turn Your Lights Down Low is my favorite track on the album 3.5/5

Nawet niezłe, ale nie jestem fanem rege (wiadomo co kto kogo) 3/5

Traditional good old fashioned Bob Marley

Okay. Overraskende at det var så fedt! Et af de albums jeg har hørt 2 gange af ren lyst. Det svinger, vugger, groover, bare der ud af.

Et helt album med reggae var faktisk slet ikke så slemt som jeg havde frygtet. Det bliver dog ikke noget jeg kommer til at smide på medmindre der skal være temafest. Men en solid 3/5 skal Bob og Hvalerne have

Fun, chill album. Love me some reggae and this is 100% classic. No one does it like Bob Marley! Four stars.

Nice chill album, cant go wrong with Bob Marley. I can never be stressed listening to this style. Low volume and groovy. 4 stars

Classic

peter paul and mary

Good, but I’m more of a greatest hits guy.

Not my favorite from Bob & the Wailers but still pretty great.

Superb. I've been really into reggae recently, and Bob is obviously one of the greatest of all time. Rest in peace, homie.

Listenable

Chilled sounds, strong messages

Great

Reggae classic

One of the best albums of all time!

Fabulous album. A classic staple for a native Californian life. Really good sunshine vibes.

Exceptional album that has not aged at all

Terrific!

Gentle grooves

Very relaxing offbeat music. Good songs.

Not a big fan of the Island music. This album was an easy listen and I enjoyed it.

Can't believed all these songs are on one album.

Good. I think I've heard these songs so many times though it was hard to be "wowed" by this album, even though had I been listening for the first time I might have thought it was great.

This is their third entry on this list. And as usual, it's groovy, well-produced, and a bit monotonous.

4/10 I refuse to yuck people yum on this. It isn't unlistenable, I just don't feel anything for it. 2-23-24

I'm here for the hits, the rest are ok. Reggae doesn't move me, I'm afraid the songs mostly sound the same to my ear. But on a warm summer day, it can't be beat.

Hard to assess something with so many ubiquitous, but similar, songs.

All sounded the same

A classic , every Marley album should be here.

Facirite

Exodus, three little birds and jammin are classics, but I didn’t find much else I liked in this album

Great album! I love the message and the feeling of the album, Bob Marley always puts me in a good mood.My new favorite song besides the really popular ones may be “So Much Things To Say” I also really enjoyed the perfectly timed guitar solos on this record.

You could include every Marley album on this list. Exodus is full of great songs. I wonder if Toots and Tosh made this list?

Doesn’t get better than some marley

Wow - so many great songs I’ve never heard. “So much things to say” is definitely going to be a regular on my reggae playlists. I don’t think I can rate this album for less than 5 stars.

I mean, it’s good. The message is good, the music is good - but it’s no better than any other reggae. The same message and same rhythm all sounds like the same song after a while.

A classic and quintessential reggae album!

So chill✌️

Jätte swag

Yeah, this is definitely good (reggae) music. Fun to listen to at least, and a nice moderate energy level. Lyrically there were some poignant songs on here, but I wasn’t focused enough to really soak it in. Musically nothing upset me on this album.

Forget great album, this is an absolute top work of art, a rare 10/10.

Unvergessen, machte den Reggae populär, bis dahin Weltmusik und sentimentale Urlaubserinnerungen.

Very nice album, introduced me to a bunch of new songs and had just a very nice vibe to it in general :)

- so uplifting and inspiring - beforehand, i knew of jamming and three little birds - “every little thing is gonna be alright…”

was ok

Nice, maybe I just wast in the right mood when listening

Nice, proper vibesy

I don't think I've ever consciously listened to this album. Obviously heard Jamming and Three Little Birds! It feels immediately recognisable to me, and very energetic AND laid-back. I guess that's because so much electronic music (especially in dub, dubstep & drum and bass) is influenced by it or samples it. Enjoyed very much, solid.

Waiting in vain was the best track I'd not heard before. Strong from start of finish!

Great! I really like "Jamming"

Nice vibe!

Again a bit in dubio about a reggea album. There are certainly days where this feels like a 4, but on other days it gets way too repetitive musically.

Nice and peaceful album. Has a surprising amount of depth to it

Massive, monster of an album, one of the best records of the 70s. one of those albums you could teach an entire course on. Even better on versions that include the non-album single Punky Reggae Party

Not much to be said about this one...I mean everyone loves it for a reason. While I do prefer other albums, this is the one that is the most consistent. 9.5/10

This is my second wailers album after catch a fire which I thought was excellent, this was equally as good but you can see how the style had evolved, obviously a few more well known songs on this one, I wasnt into reggae much before this but enjoying it a lot more now

Love

Bob Marley was nothing short of an epiphany and a revolution for white music listeners. I'm not sure his genius has been matched since he died.

Good, reggae music makes me feel good.

Nice way to start the early-morning drive to work

I've never really delved into Marley, just heard a ton of stuff through osmosis. I enjoy the performances on this, the right blend of relaxed and tight. What else is there to say that hasn't been said before? Favorite tracks: "Jamming", "Exodus"

it's too repetitive

This was my first proper listen to a full Bob Marley album, and it did not disappoint. Exodus flows brilliantly from start to finish. The songs work so well together, balancing political messages with warmth, groove and melody. There is a laid back confidence throughout, but also real purpose in the writing. Three Little Birds is one of my favourites. It is simple, uplifting and timeless. The whole album has that same easy feel, yet there is depth beneath the surface. The rhythms are infectious and the songwriting is strong across the board. I came into this curious and came away genuinely impressed. A great album that fully lives up to its reputation. Favourite song: Three Little Birds Least favourite: None that stood out negatively Album artwork: Instantly recognisable and perfectly in keeping with the era and the sound

Very passive but that shit had me 🥵🤯🤰🏽🌱🌿☘️🍀🪵🌴🍃 had me twerkin. mi papa thought I was smoking weed while I listened and walked in the room all confused to why I was listening to Bob Marley and asked me if I was okay. needless to say the album was great and very relaxing as well as having good lyrics to sing to as soon as you start hearing each song

🦜🦤🐦‍⬛

ete broer era un genio musical, un mariwano y un woman beater. just like my bro oink oink delights 10/10

Very very good, but I got a little bored by the latter half. Despite that, Bob Marley is iconic and influential.

Solid tracks from front to back. Consistently good vibes.

Nice album. 4/5

Such a beautiful and laid back album. Hope set to song.

4 great album. Some the the first songs were just ok

This is pretty fire ngl Amazing. Either 4 or a 5 pretty easily Fuck it 5. We may be due for a recalibration due to some high scores recently but this is better than the 4s I just got. Of course a lot of these songs are overplayed to an insane degree, but if we’re objective it’s because they are great. When 3 birds is probably the worst song u know you cooked

Great album and an enjoyable break from the "classic rock" genre. Not my everyday go to, but it was a nice listen at work.

Excellent as expected.

Nicht mein Ding

I'm not the biggest reggae fan in the world, and my first reaction to this was significant disappointment that I got two reggae albums in three days. This started ok, "Natural Mystic" is a decent first song and then it has a few fine songs after. I was somewhat favorable to the album at the halfway point, but no strong feelings. The first half is a little more "religion" themed, which is fine but not as much my thing. The back half of this album is just pretty much perfect though. It's basically song after song of what reggae is at it's best. It's laid back and mellow with relatable lyrics, it's just good to vibe to. I highly doubt that I'm going to like another reggae album as much as this, this is getting a 5 and I don't think that will happen again. It's mostly "love" songs on the back half, and just consistently hits. "Three Little Birds", "Jamming", "One Love", just hit after hit. I don't have much to say, but this was really great. It's not my genre at all, but it's awesome and I get why people are into it. Favorite song: Three Little Birds Other: Natural Mystic, Exodus, Jamming, Waiting In Vain, Turn Your Lights Down Low, One Love / People Get Ready 2/6/24

Loved it

We're jamming

awesome

Very good.

Had heard much of this album before and it was nice to hear again.

Good album. Best Track: Three Little Birds

His best album.

Really enjoyed, mostly have listened to other albums so was nice to have a new one. More a 3.5

it’s kinda wild how many songs i know from this album without ever owning it or playing it myself

I knew a lot of songs on this album, it listening through the whole thing together and reading about the history made it so much more meaningful.

Definitely a good album. High quality playing , song writing and good production. Awesome bass. Interesting (and good) bluesy guitar licks mixed in with reggae and similar with jazz sounds. I like reggae but not my taste to listen to lots of it. Bob Marley is absolutely there at the top of the genre.

Great album from and this legend. Starred several songs. Puts me in a summer mood.

I generally feel pretty neutral toward reggae, but this was a very solid album with more complexity than I expected.

his best one

Bobby

Exodus is just a delightful album that combines a mature and very musical Bob Marley, with great arrangements, cool lyrics and intoxicating reggae. It's 5, for sure.

Con Marley en la cumbre creativa y unos Wailers soberbios, "Exodus" es quizás su disco más redondo, con un puñado de canciones impresindibles en cualquier repaso a la música del jamaicano. Es el caso de dos himnos repletos de sensibilidad humanista: la canción que da título al álbum y "One Love/People Get Ready" -una de las que más me gusta del disco-, o de "Jamming", "Three Little Birds" -otra de las que más me gusta- y "Turn Your Lights Down Low".

Great album

Wonderful! Enjoyed it all.

The real bob marley

Worship protest music calling for unity and peace. I get it now.

You can’t not like Marley when he comes on.

A no brainer of a 5 star rating. Love this album, especially the ‘B Side’. Doesn’t matter what mood I’m in, this album just hits the spot. Beautiful.

Apart from Three Little Birds, which made me chuckle, then wished I hadn't, Jamming and One Love, it was standard boring reggae. Not my thing, even if it is done by the master. A low 2.

This was the perfect album to start this journey with as Bob Marley is someone I hold a great deal of respect for but have avoided actually listening to most of my life. There's an entire obnoxious culture industry built around him, like many great artists and thinkers, that strips away any actual meaning and message of there work in favor of something easily marketable (in this instance, phone cases for the most annoying stoner you knew in middle school). That aside, this was a great introduction to his music. It will require a few lessons and a deeper research to understand the full meaning behind a few of the songs but in general it conveys some very strong emotions. As much as i hate to resort to a word like 'vibe' already, it really is the thing that comes to mind when listening to this. This is music from a man who believed in a better world and you can feel it genuinely trhough the songs. Wish i had more to say but reggae is obviously not my forte so I'll just say I'm happy to have already broadened my horizons.

Contrary to popular belief the reggae sun doesn't rise and set over Bob's ass no matter what the trust-fund rebel Chris Blackwell might lead you to believe. This is, however, a great album.

Solid album. Reggae isn’t always my jam, but Bob Marley is always Jamin’ for me. 4/5

Another all-time legendary album. Last six songs are all certified bangers, Bob Marley clearly just nailing that transition into a legendary songwriter from a great reggae artist. Bonus edition included Punky Reggae Party, which is something a bit different and top quality.

Class - could go on forever and not lose quality.

Great reggae album, the backbone of the classic compilation album "Legend".

Not bad. There were actually some songs I enjoyed, despite never having heard them before. I like this style of music.

Say what you want about the reggae rhythm. Bob Marley is a poet, telling wonderful stories.

Discazo.

I saw him in Dortmund!!!!! Mega!!!!! UNFORGETABLE***!

I owe Bob Marley, The Wailers, and the entire reggae genre an apology. I was not familiar with their game.

Classic

Not my type of music. But I guess it could be good since he’s so famous

Good vibes all around

Great album. The definitive Bob Marley Experience. Great reggae music to bop your head to

cool im not a huge reggae guy but never complain when i hear it

I remember being a little kid and always asking my parents to check out a kids "world music" CD (maybe Putumayo) and it had Three Little Birds on it - that's the only one I remember, but I would always want to listen to that one. Gave up on listening to this a couple of times because of the weaker beginning, but there's a lot of meat in the latter half. Obviously some big hits, but I also really like the more R&B/pop inspired songs too.

I'm not really a reggae connoisseur but I know what I like and I love this. Expansively produced with Marley wailing triumphantly over everything; music of love and joy. The type of album you can listen to over and over. Best song: One Love / People Get Ready

What can I say? Brilliant album. I was never a huge Bob Marley guy but the man was a genius and he pieced together excellent music.

Probablement l'un des meilleurs albums de Bob Marley. 9/10

super chill but not really my vibe

I've been waiting for this recommendation. Reggae speaks to me in a way I never thought possible. This is a fantastic record, hard not to bob your head along with it.

Funky and fun to listen to!!

Knew more songs than I thought I would. Good grooving music.

Great reggae

Enjoyed this more on the second listen than the first. I guess I just don't really care for reggae - the songs flow together well, but feel a bit samey over the course of the album

Muchos exitos en un solo album. Suena a mi infancia esto

Some of these songs were great, some just ok. I really liked Jammin'. I can take only about this much reggae at one time. But Bob Marley is usually a lot of fun in small doses.

Reggae sounds light and easy even when dealing with the heaviness of politics. I enjoyed this and recognized several of the songs from pop culture. This sounded like a summer day.

Makes me want to go to the beach sipping on a drink with an umbrella in it.

Never been a huge Bob Marley fan but I am familiar with several songs off this album. Glad I listened to it. Definitely had an upbeat reggae vibe. I dare you to listen and not smile.

Brilliant! Classic! I'd write more but I'm in a hurry to get to my next album.

Vibes

Quintessential reggae.

Bob Marley is great, this album is great. What more needs to be said. Definitely a time and place for Marley, but always nice to hear when it comes on or someone plays it.

Solid. A little better than the first wailers album we pulled. This is like the 4th duplicate artist in 60ish days of this list

There's 3 good tracks on the album and the rest is just reggae based filler tracks.

The best!

Good stuff

Never could stand reggae. Can't put my finger on why.

Je suis toujours étonné par la "facilité" d'écouter Bob Marley & The Wailers ; le style reggae est évidemment associé à une certaine détente, mais elle ne me semble pas artificielle. Il y a quelque chose dans la voix principale et les chœurs.

Didn’t realize I knew every song on the album as being on the same album. Listened while grading papers, which was kinda nice. Obviously lots of the same elements, but lots of “important” songs all in one place. Glad to have tuned in.

Liked it. Good reegae album following the same tone.

Love this

Good album, not something I'd want to sit and listen to by itself, but great for mellow background music to chill to

Great, great album.

It was okay, i don't like the wailers that much

Album: Exodus Artist: Bob Marley Year: 1977 Genre: Reggae Number on list: 377 Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I love Bob Marley, he’s definitely one of those artists that are on my high rotation, and definitely my soundtrack for summer. Such a relaxing vibe, definitely one to take to the beach! Fave Song: Three Little Birds Would I listen again? Absolutely

There are some very famous (and great) songs from this album, but the rest were pretty meh.

Hell ya bruda

love it

not for me; one reggae song is the same as the next . . .zzzzzzzzzzz. .. .

Fantastic. Some of my all time favorites. Like Turn Your Lights Down Low

Previous Familiarity: High-ish. Definitely heard, and loved, most of these songs, but not in the context of the album. This is the quintessential reggae album. Nearly every song is well known and outstanding. The passion and soul in the songwriting and vocal performances are the reason Bob Marley was a legend. The deep-soul horn section and island-breeze rhythm section of the Wailers make rewarding listening for the keen ear, adding flourishes and funk to elevate above the standard reggae stroll. A no-doubt classic.

So good. If you don’t have a compilation album on hand it has the greatest hits. Jammin waiting in vain one love punky reggae…

Really good to just chill and listen to this.

Not my favorite Marley (probably Rastaman Vibration for sentimental reasons or Burnin') but legendary for a reason. The whole side B is nonstop (Jamming > Waiting In Vain > Turn Your Lights Down Low > Three Little Birds > One Love / People Get Ready)

Classic!!

Another super solid record from Bob Marley & The Wailers. The formula doesn’t ever really change, but once again the political and socially charged songs are still mostly done right, the love songs remain gorgeous, the music and rhythms are hypnotic, and the production is excellent.

This album and any album by Bob Marley will always be a 10/10. (Unrelated to the album but an ad for Sandal Resorts came on with “One Love” playing in the background. What are the odds of that?) 10/10

Great album. Great to wake up to and set yourself up with a good mood. 8/10

Just great chill Bob Marley music, I feel like there's not much more I can describe it with. I thought the first half of the album was weaker but the second half is so strong is makes up for that. Some of my favorite of his songs are here including Three Little Birds. 7/10

The best religious album ever created. The icon himself, the face of reggae, the inspiration to the hundreds of white reggae bands that try to emulate his greatness. It’s reggae but it doesn’t fall into the trope of stoner music, it’s just so satisfying and smooth to listen to. This album has most of Marley’s biggest hits as well as some other not as well known songs. Another album that I have listened to hundreds of times and it’s still as good as it’s ever been. 10/10

Outstanding

I have to be in the right mood for any Marley other than Could You Be Loved.

By now Peter Tosh and Bunny Wailer were long gone and Bob was on a tear spreading the word of reggae. This might be the crowning achievement, a classic album of memorable songs, "Jamming" and "Three Little Birds" being the obvious highlights, but the whole album is a solid groove.

To almost be killed by the hands of her oppressors and be exiled to whole other country for safety and a peace of mind just to come back and drop THIS. Legendary in its own right. This was a means of music therapy for Bob Marley. You can almost heal him coming to terms with his own healing through prospectives of religion black ideologies. As a black person myself, it raises questions and makes me interested to check them out. I thank Bob for being as vulnerable as he could with this one and it really elevated the power of what reggae had to offer. True classic. 5 out of 5 stars. NO QUESTION.

A couple of really great songs

Listened to 3 ish songs. It’s definitely Bob Marley all right

Relaxing, and excelent

to be totally honest i got bored......i can't fault it but i liked it less than i thought

5 Star classic. Hit after hit after hit. Deserves the reputation it has.

Not a reggae fan but I still love this album for the opener and „Jamming“. Listened to the record at least a thousand times in my teenage days.

Wouldn’t open but like to hear it.

Relaxing but also very repetitive to me. But Bob Marley and His Band were masters

I definitely listened to a few of these songs and they were good. It's Bob Marley, I feel like I didn't have to try too hard. bad time to get back at it but i am curious about what we have next.

Can't wait to see the see the new movie with his backstory!

Before I listened to Exodus, I heard one of their Live Concert albums and wasn't able to pick up the words. I didn't have that problem with Exodus. I enjoyed their music and became very aware of their social activism. I would like to give them more than 5 stars!

Love Marley!

A classic album. I like a lot of the songs on it, but while the rest is okay, none of them are really bad.

Veel te lang

Lots of familiar classics. Didn’t know so many of bob’s hits were from the same album. Perfect vacation listening.

Teilweise hörenswert.

Pleasant album to just chill out.

Irie!

Not much to say about this one. Just 100% gold.

hell yeah! Everything you want and need from a Bob Marley album!

The quintessential Bob Marley album. Pretty much everything you want is on there.

Genius

One of the All time great albums, was a lovely revisit after some time. Dig the overall vibe and been listening for years.

Cool vibes

Reggae, super, 1977

Gibt es nicht schönere Alben von ihm?

Obviously heard of Bob Marley, and do quite enjoy Reggae here and there. Quite liking the vibe right off the bat, and reckon I might actually add this to my library.

Good

Cooles Album

Bra, men ja.

I want to say not for every mood, but listening to this just forces you into a certain state of mind. I wouldn't choose it every day, but it's got so many classic tracks you can't deny the album's lasting sound and impact. Fav Tracks: Waiting in Vain, Jamming, Three Little Birds, One Love

Not terrible, but still not a fan. But hey, it has the original of Waiting in Vain.

I've always loved the tenderness in Bob's voice, which comes through no matter what kind of song he's singing, even the protests. And the poetry and inspiration he finds in Old Testament verses resonates with me. Exodus isn't my favorite Wailers album (in part because of the overplayed hits on the back half, which isn't Bob's fault), but I know some critics think it's his best. Regardless, I don't think he ever wrote a bad song (ok maybe Reggae on Broadway), making him the most consistently high-level musician I've encountered. Pick any song off any record, whether it's one of the old raw recordings or the modern polished versions, and it's guaranteed to be good. I don't know how he sang with such emotion, authority, spirituality, and moral clarity at his age. He left behind an amazing body of work that never gets old.

Lyrics: Pros: Poetic Depth: Marley's lyrics in "Exodus" are profoundly poetic, transcending typical reggae themes. Tracks like "Three Little Birds" and "One Love" convey messages of hope, unity, and love, while "Exodus" itself addresses the longing for freedom and escape from oppression. Universal Appeal: The album's lyrics touch on universal themes of love, spirituality, and social justice, making it accessible to a diverse global audience. Marley's ability to convey deep messages in a simple yet profound manner is a testament to his lyrical genius. Cons: Repetition: Some critics argue that Marley's penchant for repetition, common in reggae, can be a drawback. While it serves the genre's rhythmic purposes, it might lead to a sense of predictability for certain listeners. Music: Pros: Infectious Grooves: The album boasts infectious reggae rhythms, characterized by the distinctive offbeat guitar strumming and pulsating bass lines. Songs like "Jamming" and "Waiting in Vain" showcase the band's mastery of creating irresistibly groovy arrangements. Melodic Brilliance: "Exodus" blends reggae with elements of ska, rock, and funk, creating a rich and diverse sonic palette. Marley's melodies, often backed by the harmonious vocals of The Wailers, are catchy and memorable, adding to the album's lasting appeal. Cons: Genre Limitations: While the fusion of genres adds depth, some listeners may find the overall reggae-centric sound limiting. Those less inclined towards reggae might feel the album lacks variety in terms of musical styles. Production: Pros: Island Records Production: The album was produced by Island Records, allowing for top-tier production quality. The mixing by Aston "Family Man" Barrett and Chris Blackwell's guidance contributed to the album's polished sound. Studio Innovation: "Exodus" features innovative studio techniques, such as dub-inspired production elements. The use of reverb, echo, and creative panning enhances the immersive quality of the music, showcasing the studio as an integral instrument. Cons: Simplicity: Some critics argue that the album's production might be overly simplistic, especially when compared to more experimental works in the reggae genre. However, this simplicity aligns with Marley's commitment to accessibility and mass appeal. Themes: Pros: Social and Political Relevance: "Exodus" reflects Marley's commitment to social and political causes. Tracks like "Exodus" and "One Love" advocate for unity and freedom, embodying the spirit of the Rastafari movement and expressing solidarity with the struggles of marginalized communities. Spiritual Depth: The album delves into Marley's spiritual beliefs, notably in tracks like "Natural Mystic" and "One Love," where he explores themes of spirituality, redemption, and the interconnectedness of humanity. Cons: Predictability: Some critics argue that Marley's thematic focus on love, peace, and freedom can be predictable. While these themes resonate with a broad audience, they may lack the nuanced exploration found in more avant-garde works. Influence: Pros: Global Impact: "Exodus" catapulted Bob Marley & The Wailers to global stardom, introducing reggae to mainstream audiences worldwide. The album's success significantly contributed to the international recognition of Jamaican music and culture. Cultural Legacy: The album's influence extends beyond music, contributing to the popularization of Rastafari and reggae fashion. Marley's messages of love and social justice continue to inspire generations, solidifying his status as a cultural icon. Cons: Weight of Expectation: The monumental success of "Exodus" may overshadow other worthy works in Bob Marley's discography. Some argue that this album's dominance could potentially limit appreciation for his broader artistic contributions. Conclusion: "Exodus" stands as a timeless masterpiece that transcends musical genres. Bob Marley & The Wailers' ability to infuse profound messages into catchy reggae beats created an album that remains culturally and politically relevant to this day. While some may find aspects of predictability or simplicity, these characteristics contribute to the album's accessibility and mass appeal. "Exodus" not only defined a genre but also elevated Bob Marley to the status of a global icon. Its influence on subsequent generations of musicians, its impact on reggae's global recognition, and its enduring relevance make it a cornerstone in the history of popular music. In the end, "Exodus" is not merely an album; it is a cultural landmark that continues to inspire and resonate with people across the world.

I think his voice works better for Natty Dread. It suits the message of this album, but the music is too sweet. Not that it's a bad record. It's just a little predictable. Favorite song: waiting in vain

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4/5 I liked 'Catch a fire' a bit more, but this was great as well!

Reggaeta ja -26° pakkasta. Ei tainnut Bob Marley koskaan kokea niin kylmää. Letkeetä ja rentoa niinkuin kuuluukin. Exodus ja Waiting In Vain paras

Relaxing brilliant

Chillige Kiffermusik. Schön zum entspannen.

OK album but not what I like to listen to.

Good

Classic one

Bob Marley is one of the all time greats and this is one of their best albums. That second side is just so good. Everything is so easy to like.

This is an absolutely awesome album, which I have listened to so many times. The first four songs are a seamless zone of next level music - so good - culminating in fifth track, Exodus, the showpiece. (I hadn't ever realised quite how good Exodus was as a song until I saw the Bob Marley Revival band play it live.) The rest of the album after that has several classic singalong tunes and is more radio-friendly. I always feel that "Turn Your Lights Down Low" is weaker than the others and that the soul style doesn't quite work; maybe it's the production. But I know people who love that track. Overall, it's an incredible album. So good, always has been, still amazing... really has something to say, and what a way to say it.

This is probably the peak of classic reggae for me. Bob Marley's best work and catchiest tunes. We be jammin! 4/5.

Easily to listen to. Not much to say about it.

A fun listen and my first time listening to Bob Marley.

Almost ska.

Favorite tracks: Natural Mystic, Jamming, Waiting In Vain, Three Little Birds Rating: 4/5

Really unique. Quality.

Great album with some interesting songs, not all the same, plenty of variety. However, it's not really my cup of tea and it's not breaking any new ground. Feels mean to give it 3 stars, but it's a strong 3, almost a 4.

Bob kertoo mitä kansa tekee.. bob itse jumalana kaiken yläpuolella heh näkee asiat obj.. kuin meikä poika konsanaan.. amplified on this album.. siitä +1 star vrt natty dread.. alettu ymmärtää.. juurikin natty dreadiin on aikalailla kaikella tapaa paljon varmempi tuotos.. ei pelkää enää turvatua blues kikkailuihin ollaan täysin raggae ja bold oma ääni..

Every little thing gonna be alright

While I can appreciate his talent which includes the music and lyrics, I just don't like reggae. This album was hard to make it through for that reason. The Atmos mix on Apple Music sounds good.

let's get together and feel alright :0 beautiful album Rating: 8.1/10

I use to think think the Beatles were the most overrated band out there. I take it back since there are actually a few songs I do enjoy by the Beatles. This guy, absolutely nothing I enjoy. It's the same song, the same sound over and over again. Even the weed doesn't help this shit. No more Marely. No more Reggae. I reserve my 1's for the worst of the worst. These guys are close, very close. Just a little over 1, but not much

2 Really don’t have much to say about Bob Marley that I haven’t already said. I’m going to go with a 2 for the third straight time because I don’t consider any of his music bad per se, but it just doesn’t do anything for me, and I also don’t think this album does anything differently than the last two we’ve had. I don’t want to be that guy, but every song here sounds the same with just a slight tweak to each, and I listened to this 4 times in an earnest attempt to convince myself otherwise. Nothing is better or worse than anything else; it’s all just the same reggae style of guitar, drum, and vocal work that I find so boring - though I did groan when I saw that Three Little Birds is on this album. Look, I genuinely appreciate that the song holds a special place in so many people’s hearts due to its carefree, “Life is good” message, but personally, I’ve always found this song so goddamn cheesy and uninteresting. For the third straight time, I don’t feel like I heard anything here that has me convinced Bob Marley is an all-time great songwriter. Sorry folks, just not my thing.

Classic Bob. Nice to hear but wouldn’t seek it out usually.

This album definitely belongs on this list, and it is culturally significant, but I suspect there are limits to how much you can enjoy it if you aren't high.

You know you've made it big when you survive an assassination attempt. After making waves in Jamacia, Bob Marely nearly loses his life with a poorly-aimed gunshot to the arm. He would flee to London soon after, hence the name Exodus. Exodus is the peak of Bob Marley and the Wailers: smooth, groovy, and full of purpose. An incredibly pleasant listen that makes me appreciate the finer elements of reggae.

perfect album outside of a few songs i didn't enjoy. but great top to bottom

CHIIIIIIIIILL. xD Bet tas meldiņš fonā mani trigger'o.

Reggie is Not my jam.

Šis mani aizveda atpakaļ uz laiku, kad devītās klases latviešu valodas runāšanas eksāmenā vajadzēja stāstīt par kādu sevis izvēlētu tēmu, mana - Roberts Nesta Mārlijs. I do enjoy reggae from time to time and I think that Bob is one of the best ones. Overall this album was a bit boring. But three little birds will never get old 💖🐦💖🐦💖🐦💖 cuz every little thing is gonna be allright 🎶💖🐦 Three little birds - 10/10 All other songs on this album 6/10 I'd really love to visit Jamaica sometime!

Nice sounds

Always fall into a relaxed trance listening to Bob Marley.

Honestly it gets repetitive quickly for me…

6.5/10, I don't smoke enough weed to love this anymore

Peak performance by the group and the work that solidified their legacy.

I don't fw reggae. It was chill and moody but boring.

Two Bob Marley in two days lol. All sounds the same, saying similar things too

A really tight set of jams with spiritual lyrics.

3 bangers

Great album. I used to run to a Bob Marley play list. Stopped running in 2018 when the doctor told me I needed anew knee. Hearing Three Little Birds brought back great memories. Also made me think of Hawaii and the movie 50 First Dates

A true masterpiece. Real classics, no filler on this one.

This is the slimmest margin 5 I have given thus far, but I think it makes it over the hump. The second half of the record is a bunch of amazing singles that Bob Marley is known for all over the world and the record not only sounds great (produced super well) but also /feels/ great. I'm a tiny bit surprised to be giving a 5 here but it's a nice surprise!

jammin :)

Might be good reggae, but I don't like it.

I love "Jamming". The album's good, but not my favorite Marley.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UY9IcN19wnQ Exactly what you would expect.

Really good, opened my ears to reggae properly. Great tracks, easy listening

Some really good tracks on this one. Jamming, waiting in vain, turn your lights down low, 3 little birds, one love/people get ready. 3.7.

very good album

Not bad for Monday morning. Rating 3.

No skips! Total classic.

It's not carefree, I don't like it. The last two songs are good

it was just like the other album, all very samey but not bad i already liked jammin prior and not surprisingly it was t he best song of the album

I didn’t think much of the first half of this album….and then the second half dropped. Whoa. That’s what comes of surviving an assassination attempt, eh?

A few good tracks - Exodus, Jamming, and Three Little Birds. The rest of it is just okay and a bit repetitive in nature.

Not as good as I had expected. Very repetitive. A little Jesus-y at times. I like Waiting In Vain, Turn Your Lights down Low, and of course Three Little Birds. Ok as background music, but not one I'd readily come back to.

Solid

God I really wish I had some green. Fantastic album. Every song is a classic. Can never go wrong with some Bob.

420

Super solid, not a bad song in the bunch

Pretty much the gold standard of reggae. Chill vibe, island felling.

siis hyvä viba mut en oo oikee reggae fani joten sillee taustamusana aamusta meni mut bussimatkalla oli pakko skippaa koska harmaa ja kylmä sää ei resonoinu tarpeeks tän kaa

Good reggea, stoner vibes

This and bluegrass have to be taken in small quantities.

Takes me back! I will always love me some Bob.

I've never listened to Bob Marley, besides his songs Don't Worry and I've Got You Babe

Classic but never gets old

Classic

Solid Bob

its Bob, good background music

I like this album

Good, but very repetitive.

this is a 5 star album for me ez

This is possibly the greatest reggae album of all time. Natural Mystic’s opening bars transport you away and the rest is just magical from then on.

One of a very few perfect albums, every song is a classic and if you hate Marley and the Wailers you're a cop

I don’t listen to a lot of reggae so maybe I should give this another shot. I really liked it but I feel like I’m still missing something.

Probably Bob’s best produced and well known album. The songs are great and feature some of his best work, though I prefer some of his other stuff more. 4.5/5 Will listen again

Good hits, good sound, just a lot of similarities between tracks

Jeg er i utgangspunktet ikke veldig glad i reggae, men fanker'n dette er bra saker. Albumet gjør meg i enda bedre humør, og låta "Three Little Birds" er fantastisk bra.... "Baby don't worry. Everything is gonna be alright"

The back half of this album comes in strong! Jamming, Three little birds, and One Love. All time album 4.5/5

Liked it

very funky but i had fun relaxing to this album in la. obviously it’s has classics like three little birds and jamming, however i enjoyed natural mystic and gultiness