Marcia Griffiths is the most symbolic female in Reggae – she is The Queen of Reggae. Her image exudes endurance; her voice an everlasting footprint of her journey in music – she is the iconic beacon that represents a woman determined to sing no matter the obstacles before her.
Most female singers look up to ‘Auntie Marcia’ and often turn to her for advice about ways to approach a song, how to balance family and being a professional in the industry, and most commonly, how to navigate the male-dominated landscape of the recording industry.
Last year, Marcia spoke to The Gleaner about her career. One quote from the article that stands out is her saying “we are the Mothers of creation, of everything.” The article is titled ‘Foundation singers music tells the story of struggle, survival and great success.
As we explore great women this month, this article is worth another read: Jamaica Gleaner
Watch Marcia perform on Reggae On The Pier here: https://youtu.be/meKl__-CMn8?t=8238
