Bob Marley’s music is proving that true sound never dies. Nearly 50 years after it first shook the world, his 1977 classic album Exodus has bounced back into the Billboard Reggae Albums chart at No. 10. Data from Billboard shows the record has now spent a total of 104 weeks—two full years—on the reggae rankings since the chart was created.
And that’s not all. Marley is pulling double duty on the charts. While Exodus makes its return to the Top 10, his legendary compilation Legend is still sitting pretty at No. 1. The back-to-back presence is rare in the music world, especially for an artist who’s been gone for more than four decades. It shows just how much his catalogue still connects with both old fans and new listeners streaming his songs daily.
Why Exodus Still Hits Hard
When Marley dropped Exodus in 1977, he had just survived an assassination attempt and relocated to London. Out of that turbulent season came some of his most powerful work, with tracks like Jamming, Waiting in Vain, and the anthem-like Exodus. Critics have long hailed it as one of the greatest albums of the 20th century, and its messages of hope, unity, and resistance continue to resonate across generations.
Legend Refuses to Fade
Released in 1984, three years after his death, Legend has become the gateway album for millions discovering reggae. Packed with timeless songs like One Love, No Woman, No Cry, and Redemption Song, it remains the best-selling reggae album in history. Billboard notes it is not only leading the reggae chart but also holding ground on the Billboard 200, fuelled by streaming and even a vinyl revival.
A Global Voice That Won’t Go Quiet
What makes Marley’s continued dominance powerful is not just nostalgia—it’s relevance. His songs still soundtrack protests, celebrations, and love stories from Kingston to Lagos. The return of Exodus and the unshakable reign of Legend prove that Marley’s voice carries across generations, reminding the world that reggae is more than music—it’s a movement.
