There's a reason why this best-of collection has been a steady bestseller since it debuted in 1984: It's got the goods. The 14 songs on Legend go a long way toward demonstrating why Marley rose to become an international superstar. The man melded potent hooks, straight-shooting sincerity, and reggae riddims into some of the most engaging pop anywhere. There's the propulsive "Could You Be Loved," the revolutionary "Get Up Stand Up," which he wrote with Peter Tosh, and the Dylanesque anthem "Redemption Song." The hit parade rolls on with Marley classics like "No Woman No Cry," "I Shot the Sheriff," and the aching love song "Waiting in Vain." Like Marley himself, these songs are truly charismatic. If you can't afford the remarkable Songs of Freedom Box Set, this disc captures the best of Bob. And that's pretty much the best there is.

Tracklist

LP1
A1. Is This Love
A2. No Woman, No Cry
A3. Could You Be Loved
A4. Three Little Birds

B1. Buffalo Soldier
B2. Get Up Stand Up
B3. Stir It Up
B4. Easy Skanking

LP2
C1. One Love/People Get Ready
C2. I Shot the Sheriff
C3. Waiting in Vain
C4. Redemption Song

D1. Satisfy My Soul
D2. Exodus
D3. Jamming
D4. Punky Reggae Party