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Quote by Bob Marley

“I want to say 'I Shot The Police' but the government would have made a fuss so I said 'I Shot The Sheriff' insteadbut it's the same idea: justice.”

Quote by Bob Marley

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Bob Marley, born on February 6, 1945 and died on May 11, 1981, was a renowned singer from Jamaica. His music combined reggae, rock, and soul, making him a representative figure of reggae music. Marley's works were filled with the pursuit of peace, love, and justice, influencing countless people around the world. more

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