Comes on vinyl LP.
Survival originally released in 1979 is the 11th studio album of Bob Marley and the Wailers.
The album marked a distinct shift in Marley’s musical and thematic direction, with the album embracing strong messages of African pride, unity, and resistance. As Marley faced increasing political turmoil and social unrest in Jamaica, Survival reflects his deepening commitment to the liberation and empowerment of oppressed people, particularly in Africa and the global diaspora.
The album opens with the intense and dramatic “So Much Trouble in the World,” a song that speaks to the dire state of the world, echoing Marley’s belief that music could be a tool for social change. Tracks like “Zimbabwe,” an anthem of African liberation, and “Africa Unite,” a call for solidarity among people of African descent, showcase his growing focus on pan-Africanism and the need for global unity. The driving rhythms and unmistakable reggae grooves that characterize Bob’s music are coupled with his message of social change.