What makes Chances Are by Bob Marley & The Wailers notable?

'Chances Are' is significant for its role in preserving Bob Marley's influence on reggae music posthumously. While it did not achieve the commercial success of earlier albums, it marked the band's attempt to maintain relevance in a changing music landscape and received positive reviews for its authentic sound, contributing to the ongoing legacy of Marley's work. Released on October 1, 1981, 'Chances Are' arrived shortly after Bob Marley’s passing in May of the same year. This album represented a continuation of Marley's legacy by The Wailers as they aimed to honor his musical vision while navigating the complexities of their own identity without him. It was one of their first projects after transitioning from being solely associated with Marley to establishing themselves as an independent act.

Who is Chances Are for?

Chances Are works well if you're into reflective yet danceable grooves, uplifting rhythms for gathering and steady pacing for easy listening.

How many songs are on Chances Are?

Chances Are has 8 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

Chances Are

Bob Marley & The Wailers · 1981

32 min · 8 tracks · reggae

Uplifting reggae rhythms blend with soulful melodies and introspective lyrics, creating a reflective yet danceable sonic experience.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

reflective yet danceable grooves
uplifting rhythms for gathering
steady pacing for easy listening
soulful melodies with introspection

Maybe skip if you want

prefer high-energy fast tracks
dislike rhythmic consistency

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on October 1, 1981, 'Chances Are' arrived shortly after Bob Marley’s passing in May of the same year. This album represented a continuation of Marley's legacy by The Wailers as they aimed to honor his musical vision while navigating the complexities of their own identity without him. It was one of their first projects after transitioning from being solely associated with Marley to establishing themselves as an independent act.
Stylistic neighbors: Peter Tosh· Jimmy Cliff· Toots and the Maytals