Bob Marley: My Hero

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My hero is Bob Marley. He is an idol of mine because of the wonderful things he was able to achieve through the power of music. In Bob Marley 's career he spread love throughout the world with the use of his lyrics, he was shot and still performed, and was a devout Rastafari. For these reasons and many others he is someone I greatly look up to. His positive, peaceful, and loving outlook towards life, coupled with his music, has personally impacted me to see how beautiful life can be.

One blistering hot summer day I was out jet skiing on the Chesapeake Bay. A couple of my friends and I were out on the water having an amazing day cooling off from the hot sun. We spent the day swimming and making memories. Being out on the water is so much …show more content…

I was treading water and looking off into the distance in awe because of the beauty that was being displayed all around me. I couldn 't stop smiling because at this moment I felt true happiness. While this was happening my friend Sam just looked at me and laughed. I said "Sam, what 're you laughing at?" He smiled and replied, "I love you man, this is amazing." Then he said, "Jack, I 'm about to tell you something." I was a bit worried because I didn 't know what my friend was thinking but I drew up the courage and questioned, "What 's on your mind?" He simply replied, "You 're pretty much a Rastafari." I almost died in laughter after Sam made this statement but he was completely serious. He went on to say, "Dude I 'm serious! You love reggae music and spending time out on the water and in the ocean. On top of that, you are the most positive person I have ever met, you are my best friend and I don 't think I 've ever seen you mad. You are always positive and loving, and the best thing is that you spread that love to others. Right now, sitting in this water, I don 't think I have ever been …show more content…

Bob Marley has spread love and happiness throughout the world. His music has touched the souls of many and has left a lasting positive image. His style of reggae music has been an inspiration to millions. His legacy has personally impacted me immensely. Throughout my life I have always dreamed of creating music. Listening to Bob Marley and hearing his messages about love and peace has inspired me to write lyrics that will make people feel good. Bob Marley had a niche for creating music that made people happy. I hope that I can continue to be inspired by Marley 's incredible talents and find a way to