Joseph Marley a.k.a Jo Mersa Marley who enjoyed a successful music career passed away yesterday, December 27th aged 31. Jo Mersa was the son of Kerry-Ann and Stephen Marley and the second grandson of the legendary Bob Marley.
What led to Jo Mersa’s death hasn’t been disclosed, although reports say that he died of Asthama complications. Jo Mersa was widely loved in the industry and by his fans, one of the Radio stations went on to write for him. “Over the course of his successful career in the music industry, Jo Mersa Marley gained recognition as a Reggae artist. Twitter was flooded with tributes when people heard about his untimely demise."
While Jo’s father Stephen gained recognition as one of the prime members of the band Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, which was formed by the Marley siblings. The group gained popularity at the height of its popularity with famous hits like Free Like Me, Joy and Blues, Spirit of Music, and more.
Stephen is also a music producer and has produced albums for various artists like Fugees, Krayzie Bone, Capleton, and more. He paid tribute to the late musician Nina Simone in an EP called Celebrating Nina: A Reggae Tribute, released this year.
While Mersa’s grandpa Bob Marley doesn’t need any form of introduction, a popular figure in Jamaican Culture. Bob started his musical career in 1963 and was initially a member of The Wailers. The group became popular for its albums like Soul Rebels, Catch a Fire, Rastaman Vibration, Survival, Uprising, Confrontation, and more.
Joseph’s fans were left in disbelief after they heard the news about the sudden demise of their beloved star, here’s what some of his fans and well wishers commented over the news of his death:
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I’ve just learned of the tragic loss of Joseph “Jo Mersa” Marley. A talented young reggae artiste, son of Stephen Marley & grandson of Bob Marley at only 31 yrs old. The loss of a child is a devastating blow no parent should face, my condolences to Stephen & the entire family. pic.twitter.com/BJf1NLH6Qc
— Mark J. Golding (@MarkJGolding) December 27, 2022
SAD NEWS 😢
— Sampath Liyanage (@samp_c) December 28, 2022
REST IN POWER Jo Mersa Marley🙏 ✌️❤️💛💚
[March 12, 1991 - December 27, 2022]
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.#JoMersaMarley #RIP #RestInPower #Reggae #OneLove pic.twitter.com/BfbU3xl0Be
RIP Jo Mersa Marley 💜 one of the sweetest souls I've met 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/uJ63S3I7bo
— The Jet Mrs. (@TheJetMrsV91) December 28, 2022
Sad news this morning.
— Reggae Radio Ug (@ReggaeRadio_ug) December 28, 2022
JO MERSA MARLEY son to Stephen Marley and grand son to Bob Marley is dead 💔💔🕊️
Our condolences to the Marley Family @stephenmarley .
Rest in power Jo Mersa Marley🙏 pic.twitter.com/O26PaCVFda
It was due to Bob Joseph developing his love for music, he decided to make out a career in the field that has given his entire family a huge name across the globe. He received immense popularity due to his singles like Burn It Down, Hurting Inside, That Dream, and more. Jo's latest album, Eternal, was released last year. He also collaborated with the rest of his family members on a song called Blessings.