- Three Little Birds - Bob Marley & The Wailers

: Another popular theory suggests the birds represent the I Threes —Marley’s backing vocalists Marcia Griffiths, Rita Marley, and Judy Mowatt. Griffiths later noted that after the song was written, Marley would often affectionately refer to the trio as his "three little birds".

: While recorded in 1977 for Exodus , the song was not released as a single until August 29, 1980 . Bob Marley & The Wailers - Three Little Birds

: The single reached number 17 on the UK Singles Chart in 1980. : Another popular theory suggests the birds represent

Beyond the airwaves, the song has evolved into a global "survival mantra": : The single reached number 17 on the

: Many believe the lyrics were prompted by actual birds (canaries) that would frequent the windowsill of Marley's home at 56 Hope Road in Kingston. His close friend Tony "Gilly" Gilbert recalled Marley observing these birds daily.