Ziggy Marley
Joy , Flow & Positive Vibrations by Kelly Merritt
Ask Ziggy Marley ’ s fans what draws them to him and they each have their own reasons . It ’ s the smile . The attitude . The unmistakable joy and positive vibration . He exudes it , lives it , shares it . More than a song or a lyric , his life force shines through beyond a tune . Listen to a reggae song and you ’ ll probably feel better . Press play on a Ziggy Marley live concert video and it ’ ll change your worldview .
Marley means different things to different people , as evidenced by the comments on his performances from social media —“ When I listen to him , it is hard to be unhappy ;” “ His music is calming and fun and colorful , the way I perceive Jamaica must be like ;” “ It ’ s not just the beat , but what he feels when he is playing and singing — you feel transported ;” “ Ziggy is love .”
For so many , Ziggy Marley has become an institution of inspiration in his own right . But Ziggy Marley , the man , is quick to recognize his humanity and credit his life to a pathway of growth and love .
“ All of my life I ’ ve been growing into who I am in my life today and I am still growing , but I believe in love and nothing can deter me in that ,” he says . “ I am so confident in that idea that if love gets a chance , it will transform the community and the world into a more prosperous place , because we are capable of love .”
What brings the biggest smile to Marley ’ s face ? His children , unbiased and free of life ’ s grown-up constraints . Marley takes great joy in watching them grow and learn .
Photos courtesy of : Kristin Burns Courtesy of Tuff Gong Worldwide
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