Bob Marley Trivia

Every Bob Marley trivia quiz on PopQ: 10 quizzes in Music. Sample questions and answers below, with a new selection each week.

Sample Bob Marley questions and answers

  1. What injury did Bob Marley suffer in 1976 before the Smile Jamaica concert?

    Answer: Gunshot wound

    From International Superstardom Era (1975-1977)

  2. Which Pan-Africanist's speech inspired key lyrics in this song?

    Answer: Marcus Garvey

    From Redemption Song

  3. The original limited sleeve for Catch a Fire depicted what everyday object?

    Answer: Zippo lighter

    From Catch a Fire (1973)

  4. Was "Buffalo Soldier" released before or after Marley's death?

    Answer: After his death

    From Buffalo Soldier

  5. What was this song's peak position on the UK chart?

    Answer: Number 17

    From Three Little Birds

  6. Which artist covered the song on the 1975 album Follow My Mind?

    Answer: Jimmy Cliff

    From No Woman, No Cry

  7. How many more albums were made before the 1974 departure of two members?

    Answer: Two

    From Wailers Breakthrough Era (1973-1974)

  8. About how many copies has the 1984 compilation sold in the United States?

    Answer: Over 18 million

    From Legend (1984)

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