CaribWorldNews, WASHINGTON, DC, Thurs. Feb. 7, 2008: Jamaican-American Congresswoman, Yvette D. Clarke, was among those paying tribute to the late reggae legend, Robert Nesta Marley yesterday.

Marley, who would have celebrated his 63rd birthday yesterday was remembered by Clarke as a `music icon and cultural legend.`

`His words of inspiration and commitment to peace continue to serve as a voice for the voiceless across the globe,` said Clarke. `Bob Marley’s numerous awards and accolades are only a mere recognition of his fight for justice and equality. His contribution of music and culture delivers an ever timely message of hope for all. Our world has been changed for the better because of the contributions of Bob Marley.`

Meanwhile, in Atlanta, WRFG 89.3 FM paid tribute to Marley with the Party Room Atrium Tribute. In honor of Marley’s birthday, Jamaica is this year marking February as Reggae Month.

And in Canada, for the 18th consecutive year, February 6 was proclaimed Bob Marley Day in the city of Toronto, Canada. Mayor David Miller, on behalf of the Toronto City Council, issued the Proclamation in honor of the reggae superstar, who spoke out against `oppression, poverty, slavery, apartheid and for human rights.`
 
Marley was born on February 6, 1945.  Marley is best known for his reggae songs, which include the hits `I Shot the Sheriff,` `No Woman, No Cry,` `Three Little Birds,` `Exodus,` `Could You Be Loved,` `Jamming,` `Redemption Song` and `One Love.` His posthumous compilation album Legend is still the best-selling reggae album ever, with sales of more than 12 million copies. – CaribWorldNews.com