Bob Marley
One Love, One Heart, One Destiny46 total reviews
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Debbie,
This well written poetic found biographical poem reminds us the Bob Marley was not just a great musician and singer but also a strong activist for racial equality. He was right that there will always be some kind of war without equality.
Congrats on this being the top ranked poem of the month.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a great weekend.
Joan
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2024
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Hi Debbie,
This well written poetic found biographical poem reminds us the Bob Marley was not just a great musician and singer but also a strong activist for racial equality. He was right that there will always be some kind of war without equality.
Congrats on this being the top ranked poem of the month.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a great weekend.
Joan
Comment Written 01-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much, Joan! I'm particularly honoured by your review because it awards you so little. Bless you, Debbie
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You are most welcome, Debbie m.
Joan
Comment from teafor2
Debbie: What an ambitious, challenging and monumental task you took on in writing this man's story in a poem. Heck, just your copious notes alone gave me pause:), but realizing I didn't know much about the man and his music. used your notes and the story/poem a Cliff Notes:) I don't ever remember seeing the insertion of songs/album titles intertwined within a work of this size. I knew as soon as I saw the bold print through out the piece, I could see/tell exactly what you were doing. Amazingly, with rhymes (none of which seemed forced (just remarkable).
My encomium for you and the poem is through the roof. Thanks for sharing this outstanding/stupendous/Herculean effort with me/us. teafor2
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2024
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Debbie: What an ambitious, challenging and monumental task you took on in writing this man's story in a poem. Heck, just your copious notes alone gave me pause:), but realizing I didn't know much about the man and his music. used your notes and the story/poem a Cliff Notes:) I don't ever remember seeing the insertion of songs/album titles intertwined within a work of this size. I knew as soon as I saw the bold print through out the piece, I could see/tell exactly what you were doing. Amazingly, with rhymes (none of which seemed forced (just remarkable).
My encomium for you and the poem is through the roof. Thanks for sharing this outstanding/stupendous/Herculean effort with me/us. teafor2
Comment Written 23-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2024
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Thank you so much for one of the most encouraging, thoughtful and eloquent reviews I've ever received! I'm extremely grateful. In fact, you've made my day:)) Take care Debbie
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Debbie: You are welcome...I just wrote
what I saw, felt and got chills about.
teafor2
Comment from Ulla
Hi Debbie, oh this brings so back so many memories. As a flight attendant I flew to the Caribbean from the late seventies, and also visited privately over the years. As a result, the reggae has been a great part of my life. Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem about a legend. Hugs, Ulla xcx
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Hi Debbie, oh this brings so back so many memories. As a flight attendant I flew to the Caribbean from the late seventies, and also visited privately over the years. As a result, the reggae has been a great part of my life. Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem about a legend. Hugs, Ulla xcx
Comment Written 13-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Thank you so much, Ulla! Your kindness and lovely memories are a delight to read. Take care Debbie xo
Comment from Sally Law
I hate to admit this out loud, but I'm not a fan. I am a fan of Debbie D'Arcy! Your knowledge surpasses mine in a vast array of genres. I have many friends that totally dig Bob Marley and that's great. I'm happy for everyone that has their favorite music in play. Music plays in my house (and in my head) 24/7. Wonderful tribute once again to the many people that make that possible. You rock, my friend!
Sending you my best today as always.
Sal XOs
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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I hate to admit this out loud, but I'm not a fan. I am a fan of Debbie D'Arcy! Your knowledge surpasses mine in a vast array of genres. I have many friends that totally dig Bob Marley and that's great. I'm happy for everyone that has their favorite music in play. Music plays in my house (and in my head) 24/7. Wonderful tribute once again to the many people that make that possible. You rock, my friend!
Sending you my best today as always.
Sal XOs
Comment Written 13-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Dear Sal, don't worry about that. I didn't start off a particular fan but just grew to love him the more I read and watched. He was a remarkable man and I think it shines through his upbeat music. I'm very grateful for this lovely review and your kind thoughts. Take care Debbie xos
Comment from Lisasview
Oh goodness another fabulous one and they do seem to get better and better. You must spend all day for days and days working on these... Great image to go along with you words and excellent information... If it takes me 30 minutes to read this it must take you *****?? to write this...
Wonderful...
Lisa
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Oh goodness another fabulous one and they do seem to get better and better. You must spend all day for days and days working on these... Great image to go along with you words and excellent information... If it takes me 30 minutes to read this it must take you *****?? to write this...
Wonderful...
Lisa
Comment Written 13-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Thank you so much, Lisa, for your lovely review and encouraging words! I deeply appreciated your kindness. I actually think I might be getting close to burn-out! Take care Debbie
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I bet... That is so easy to happen... I certainly went through that when I had all those accidents last year and a new knee this year... but I am back writing again...
Lisa
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I bet... That is so easy to happen... I certainly went through that when I had all those accidents last year and a new knee this year... but I am back writing again...
Lisa
Comment from bob cullen
I must confess to not really being a Marley fan.He probably doesn't like my poetry. I do however salute his talent. The way you include so many of his titles in you write is so very clever. I always enjoy your work, though envy does sometimes set in. Jealousy is such a sad state.
You really are one of the more talented writers on this site. I must warn you however my judgement not that good. I think I'm all right too. Pity Agent's don't agree.
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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I must confess to not really being a Marley fan.He probably doesn't like my poetry. I do however salute his talent. The way you include so many of his titles in you write is so very clever. I always enjoy your work, though envy does sometimes set in. Jealousy is such a sad state.
You really are one of the more talented writers on this site. I must warn you however my judgement not that good. I think I'm all right too. Pity Agent's don't agree.
Comment Written 13-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Dear Bob, thank you so much for this wonderful review which I greatly appreciate! I definitely think you're alright too. Agents know nothing! Take care and keep writing. Debbie
Comment from karenina
I'm a huge fan...of you and Bob Marley. In an odd twist of generational fate my 19 year old granddaughter has invited me to see the new movie with her!
I know!
Only Bob Marley could create such a miracle....19 and 70 and we're doing the dang thing!
You may have surpassed even yourself in weaving of songs with facts in ... You know ... Rhyme and meter that would put the Bard to shame!
I'm saving this one to my bookcase!
You're amazing!
Karenina
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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I'm a huge fan...of you and Bob Marley. In an odd twist of generational fate my 19 year old granddaughter has invited me to see the new movie with her!
I know!
Only Bob Marley could create such a miracle....19 and 70 and we're doing the dang thing!
You may have surpassed even yourself in weaving of songs with facts in ... You know ... Rhyme and meter that would put the Bard to shame!
I'm saving this one to my bookcase!
You're amazing!
Karenina
Comment Written 13-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Thank you so much, Karenina, for your treasured review and all your lovely support! How wonderful to go and see the biopic with your granddaughter! I definitely fell in love with this guy, perhaps it shows:)) Take care Debbie
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He deserved the accolades...
I, for one, understood his wife's support.
Comment from l.raven
OMG Debbie, girl you should take all these autobiographies
you have written and publish them...my sweet friend people
would love to have a book like that...and I would be one of
the first to buy one...
like some of the other people you wrote about...I knew some
of what you wrote Bob Marley...he was such a talented man...but I learned a lot readying this one...and you have all his top hits in here
as well...
this has to take so much work Debbie...you are just amazing
at putting these together...with all you put into these stories
girl...you should get more than just six stars...************....
awesome...
I love your story told sweet girl...and this picture is priceless...
soooooooo very well written you...Love you...Linda xxoo
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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OMG Debbie, girl you should take all these autobiographies
you have written and publish them...my sweet friend people
would love to have a book like that...and I would be one of
the first to buy one...
like some of the other people you wrote about...I knew some
of what you wrote Bob Marley...he was such a talented man...but I learned a lot readying this one...and you have all his top hits in here
as well...
this has to take so much work Debbie...you are just amazing
at putting these together...with all you put into these stories
girl...you should get more than just six stars...************....
awesome...
I love your story told sweet girl...and this picture is priceless...
soooooooo very well written you...Love you...Linda xxoo
Comment Written 13-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Linda, I'm absolutely overwhelmed by your wonderful review! Thank you so much! Your enjoyment of this means so much to me. Take care Debbie
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if you ever publish these stories...
let me know...your so very welcome
Debbie...always...love xxoo 😊🙏🤗💝🌼
Comment from John Ciarmello
You are the best I've seen at this, Debbie! There's a plethora of biographical information in these works of art.
I loved Bob Marley, and my eldest son later became a big fan of his music. I still have a Marley T-shirt. Well worn, of Course! Lol.
Thanks for this post! Enjoyable and reminiscent
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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You are the best I've seen at this, Debbie! There's a plethora of biographical information in these works of art.
I loved Bob Marley, and my eldest son later became a big fan of his music. I still have a Marley T-shirt. Well worn, of Course! Lol.
Thanks for this post! Enjoyable and reminiscent
Comment Written 12-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2024
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Thank you so much for your kind review, John, which I greatly value! I think I must get the t-shirt because I fell in love with this guy! Love the profile pic by the way:)) Take care Debbie
Comment from Jamison Brown
I was never much of a fan of Marley; it was just not my style. However, as you know, I am a huge fan of you and your writing, and, to me, this is just one more example of why you top the list here.
The effort that obviously went into putting all this together is inspiring and certainly deserving of emphatic applause. There is much to learn in your technique and style, and I sometimes find myself going back and rereading a piece to see what you did.
My favorite stanza (I like the quotes): This Exodus would never stop his creativity;
he knew he had much Work to do so people would feel free.
In Jamming style, he called upon all children to unite
"for life is worth much more than gold," "we all defend the right."
I can't wait to see what you do next. Kudos! - Jamison
P.S. Happy Valentine's Day!
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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I was never much of a fan of Marley; it was just not my style. However, as you know, I am a huge fan of you and your writing, and, to me, this is just one more example of why you top the list here.
The effort that obviously went into putting all this together is inspiring and certainly deserving of emphatic applause. There is much to learn in your technique and style, and I sometimes find myself going back and rereading a piece to see what you did.
My favorite stanza (I like the quotes): This Exodus would never stop his creativity;
he knew he had much Work to do so people would feel free.
In Jamming style, he called upon all children to unite
"for life is worth much more than gold," "we all defend the right."
I can't wait to see what you do next. Kudos! - Jamison
P.S. Happy Valentine's Day!
Comment Written 12-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 12-Feb-2024
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Thank you so much, Jamison, for this wonderful review and all your thoughtful comments for which I'm so appreciative. I started off knowing little about this man but, by the end, was completely gripped by his charisma (watching him on the Netflix bio film in particular). And, sometimes, when you dip into their own words (as in your favourite stanza) they say it all much better than I can. He only ever viewed wealth in relation to a free, fulfilling life and was a genuinely humble man, worshipped by his fans and family (despite his indiscretions). Thank you again, Debbie
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All good points, Debbie. We sometimes don't look beyond the facade, and it's an injustice.