So Much Trouble in the World
1979 single by Bob Marley and the Wailers
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"So Much Trouble in the World" is a song by Bob Marley and the Wailers, which was released in 1979 off their album Survival released in the same year. The song peaked at number 56 in the UK.
Released21 September 1979[1]
StudioTuff Gong Recording Studio, Kingston, Jamaica
Length4:00 (album version)
- 3:50 (single version)
| "So Much Trouble in the World" | ||||
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| Single by Bob Marley and the Wailers | ||||
| from the album Survival | ||||
| Released | 21 September 1979[1] | |||
| Studio | Tuff Gong Recording Studio, Kingston, Jamaica | |||
| Genre | Reggae | |||
| Length | 4:00 (album version)
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| Label | Tuff Gong, Island | |||
| Songwriter | Bob Marley | |||
| Producers | Bob Marley and the Wailers, Alex Sadkin | |||
| Bob Marley and the Wailers singles chronology | ||||
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| Audio | ||||
| "So Much Trouble in the World" on YouTube | ||||
It was written and performed by Jamaican musician Bob Marley. The song is a powerful commentary on the state of the world, with lyrics that speak to the various problems and conflicts that exist, including poverty, inequality, war, and environmental degradation. Despite being released over 40 years ago, the song's message remains relevant today.
Charts
| Chart (1979) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| UK Singles (OCC)[2] | 56 |
Certifications
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand (RMNZ)[3] | Gold | 15,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||