What do you know about Marcus? The Teacher, the Leader, the Philosopher, the Prophet, the 1st National Hero, the Journalist, and the Publisher? The Right Excellent, Marcus Mosiah Garvey has been an influence to many in various fields for generations with his ideas and teachings. Today marks his 130th Birthday, and we at 13th Street Promotions would like to highlight a few songs that paid tribute to this great man. A man of nobility!
1. Culture – Marcus
2. Burning Spear – Marcus Senior
3. The Visionaires – Marcus Garvey
4. Johnny Clarke & The Agrovators – Poor Marcus
5. Perfect – Black Marcus
6. Tarrus Riley – Love Created I
7. Silkki Wonda ft. Eesah – Black Marcus
8. Third World – Man Of Nobility
The Pioneers also have a song titled Marcus Garvey.
Give thanks for that. I know there are many more songs, but at the time I wanted to feature 8. Were any of these selections new to you?