4 Facts About Bob Marley’s Exodus Album

Bob Marley recorded Exodus in London after surviving an assassination attempt. The attempt on December 3, 1976, grazed his chest and struck his arm, forcing him into exile.

The album was recorded during his time in London. Marley left Jamaica immediately after the attack and settled in London to work on the record.

Exodus became one of Marley’s most acclaimed albums. It blends reggae with political and spiritual themes, reflecting his turmoil and resilience.

The assassination attempt was politically motivated. Marley was targeted ahead of a peace concert, but he survived and channeled the experience into his music.