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Bob Marley & The Wailers were a groundbreaking reggae band led by the legendary Jamaican singer, songwriter, and cultural icon Bob Marley. Formed in 1963 in Kingston, Jamaica, Marley and childhood friends Bunny Wailer and Peter Tosh originally began as a ska and rocksteady group known as The Wailing Wailers. Over time, the group evolved under the influence of Rastafarian beliefs and spearheaded the global rise of reggae music, blending soulful melodies with powerful lyrics addressing social justice, love, unity, and resistance against oppression. The Wailers signed to notable record labels such as Studio One and later Island Records under Chris Blackwell, expanding their international reach. In 1974, Bunny Wailer and Peter Tosh departed to pursue solo careers, and Marley rebranded the group as Bob Marley & The Wailers. With a new lineup, including the harmonizing female trio known as the I-Threes (featuring Rita Marley, Judy Mowatt, and Marcia Griffiths), the band released iconic albums like *Natty Dread*, *Rastaman Vibration*, *Exodus*, and *Kaya*. These records featured timeless hits such as "No Woman, No Cry," "One Love," "Three Little Birds," and "Buffalo Soldier," cementing Marley’s legacy as a global star. Bob Marley & The Wailers became the voice of resistance and peace for audiences worldwide, bridging cultural and racial divides through their music. Marley’s life was tragically cut short in 1981 at the age of 36 due to cancer, but his influence endures. The band left an indelible mark on music and culture, with Marley posthumously celebrated as the King of Reggae and a symbol of freedom and unity. Their legacy continues to inspire generations, making Bob Marley & The Wailers one of the most influential and enduring acts in music history.