"There is always a way and always hope in the next sunrise, and in the next second, and in the next minute."
About Ziggy Marley
Ziggy Marley — Life and Legacy
Ziggy Marley, the eldest son of reggae legend Bob Marley, has carved his own path in the music world while carrying forward his father's legacy. His work is characterized by a deep commitment to themes of love and freedom, often reflecting the struggles for social justice and equality. Through songs like 'Love is My Religion', Marley articulates a vision where love serves as a universal guiding principle, transcending cultural and societal barriers. This quote encapsulates his belief that love can unite people and foster understanding in a divided world. Marley's music often serves as a platform for advocacy, challenging existing norms and encouraging listeners to embrace their true selves. He once stated, 'The truth is, I’m a messenger,' which highlights his role as an artist who uses his voice to address pressing social issues. By integrating messages of resilience and hope into his lyrics, Marley not only honors his father's legacy but also inspires a new generation to fight for freedom and justice. Today, Ziggy Marley's quotes and music resonate with audiences globally, reminding us of the enduring power of love and the importance of standing up for what is right. His work continues to influence and empower, making his perspectives on love and freedom as relevant now as they were when he first began his musical journey.
Quote collection
Ziggy Marley quotes (page 1 of 10)
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"I don't condemn and I don't convert. I've been searching through books and bibles to find what this life is worth, and I've made up my mind: Love is my religion. You can take it or leave it, and you don't have to believe it. Love is my religion"
"When people come to Jamaica, we don't want them to think about the problems of Jamaica. So let them come be in their paradise."
"If you keep hiding your true self, your life becomes like slow death. Once you become free from the lies and the hiding of yourself, then life becomes vibrant again."
"This dragonfly came up to me. He was hovering right in front of my face, and I was really examining him, thinking, How does he see me? I became enlightened."
"My dream is to live a good life and be loving, be close to God and be a good human being and bring peace to people."
"Judaism, Christianity, Islam, all of these are branches, the root is love and that's where I went. I went straight to the root, I forgot the branches and I went straight to the root so that is how I see it, that is after I said of research and study and going through different phases of mental evolution, mental and consciousness evolution, not just believing in a book, believing in a certain idea, being willing to think for yourself and formulate your own ideas."
"I prefer the country life. I live in Kingston, but there is lots of trees."
"It was my dad’s idea that music is supposed to be more than simply about entertainment and making a living, but about being of service as an integral part of the consciousness of the world. In honor of him and because it’s right, I use music in that light."
"Reggae has a philosophy, you know? It's not just entertainment. There's an idea behind it, a way of life behind the music, which is a positive way of life, which is a progressive way of life for better people."
"Love is cheering and sharing and compassion, and giving and receiving. Love is an action thing more than a word thing, that brings comfort or joy, or relief to anyone or anything."
"The long-term study of GMO foods is going on in real time and in real life. Not in a lab."
"Each of us has some change within us, we cannot change the political or the social system of the world unless we change inside of us as individuals and that’s the direction I am in now which I call spiritual."
"The more red meat and blood we eat, the more bloodthirsty we get, the more violent we get. The more vegetarian food we eat, the more peace is taken into us."
"There's a rainbow in the sky, all the time, don't be blind"
"The solution for mankind is of a spiritual nature. It is not a political or religious solution. It's the ability to love each other. That's the only solution I see."
"God is like the sun. When the sun shines, it shines for everyone. God is for everyone."
"URGE is a grassroots charity. We organized to get some incubators to give to the hospital for the kids. We donate money to orphanages."
"Reggae music is simple music - but it's from the heart. Just as people need water to drink, people also need music. If it is true music, the people will be drawn to it."
"The last thing my father told me was: 'On your way up, take me up. On your way down, don't let me down.' A father telling his son that puts some responsibility on my shoulders. He told me that, and I take it very seriously."