About the song

“Could You Be Loved”, a standout track by the legendary Bob Marley, was released in 1980 as part of the album “Uprising”. This album was a pivotal work in Marley’s career, reflecting his personal struggles and profound messages of love and unity.

The song, with its upbeat reggae rhythm and infectious melody, explores themes of love and acceptance. Its lyrics encourage listeners to embrace love despite the challenges and prejudices they may face. This message resonated widely, contributing to the song’s popularity and lasting impact.

“Could You Be Loved” achieved significant commercial success and remains one of Marley’s most beloved songs. Its vibrant beat and positive message have made it a timeless anthem, influencing generations and continuing to inspire new audiences. The track not only solidified Marley’s legacy as a global icon but also emphasized his role as a voice for peace and love.

With its catchy chorus and uplifting vibe, “Could You Be Loved” exemplifies the essence of reggae music and the enduring spirit of Bob Marley’s artistry.

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Lyrics

Could you be loved and be loved?Could you be loved and be loved?
Don’t let them fool yaOr even try to school ya! Oh, no!
We’ve got a mind of our ownSo go to hell if what you’re thinking is not right!Love would never leave us aloneAy, in the darkness there must come out the light
Could you be loved and be loved?Could you be loved, wo now, and be loved?
Love your brotherman(Could you be, could you be, could you be loved?)(Could you be, could you be loved?)(Could you be, could you be, could you be loved?)(Could you be, could you be loved?)
Don’t let them change ya, oh
Or even rearrange ya
Oh, noWe’ve got a life to liveThey say, “Only, onlyOnly the fittest of the fittest shall survive”Stay alive, eh
Could you be loved and be loved?Could you be loved, wo now, and be loved?
Say something (Could you be, could you be, could you be loved?)(Could you be, could you be loved?)Say something, say something(Could you be, could you be, could you be loved?)Say something (Could you be, could you be loved?)
Say something, say something (Say something)Say something, say something (Could you be loved?)Say something, say something (Reggae, reggae)Say something (Rockers, rockers)Say something (Reggae, reggae)Say something (Rockers, rockers)Say something (Could you be loved?)Say something, uhSay something, come on
Say something (Could you be, could you be, could you be loved?)Say something (Could you be, could you be loved?)Say something (Could you be, could you be, could you be loved?)Say something (Could you be, could you be loved?)