Damian Marley - Beautiful

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Review by Kevin Hopper

Album Review: "Beautiful" by Damian Marley – A Reggae-Hip Hop Mashup That Sticks Alright, let’s cut to the chase. Damian Marley’s Beautiful, released in 2006, is one of those albums that doesn’t just sit on your shelf collecting dust—it kinda demands you pay attention. With its mix of reggae vibes, hip-hop swagger, and dashes of dub and dancehall, it’s like a musical smoothie with a kick. And yeah, I know smoothies aren’t supposed to have kicks unless you’re drinking something suspicious, but trust me, this works. First off, let’s talk about the title track, “Beautiful.” It’s everywhere on this album—like, seriously, there are so many versions of it (Main, Radio Edit 1, Radio Edit 2, Extended Radio Edit…you get the idea). But here’s the thing: they all slap. The song itself is a chill anthem about love and self-worth, wrapped up in Damian’s signature raspy vocals. When he sings, “You’re beautiful,” it feels genuine, not cheesy. Plus, Bobby Brown pops in for some guest vocals, which adds an RnB/Swing twist that makes you go, “Wait, what year is this again?” Spoiler alert: It still slaps in 2023. Now, onto my personal fave—“Road to Zion.” This track hits different. Produced by Stephen Marley (big bro energy right there), it blends spiritual themes with hard-hitting beats. You can practically hear the basslines rumbling through your soul. The lyrics? Deep. Like, “I should probably Google some Bible verses after listening” deep. What sticks with me most is how effortlessly Damian switches between singing and spitting bars—it’s like he’s two artists in one body. Oh, and if you’re into instrumentals, the stripped-down version of this track is worth a spin too. No distractions, just pure vibes. One thing I gotta shout out is the production crew—Jazzwad and Stephen Marley deserve flowers for keeping things fresh without overdoing it. The album bounces between genres like a kid at a candy store, but somehow it never feels messy. Whether you’re vibing to the reggae-pop sweetness or nodding along to the dancehall rhythms, every track brings something new to the table. Here’s the kicker though: despite being dropped back in ‘06, Beautiful hasn’t aged a day. Maybe it’s because Damian’s voice has that timeless quality, or maybe it’s because we’ll always need music that reminds us we’re beautiful even when life gets ugly. Either way, this album feels as relevant now as it did back then. So, would I recommend Beautiful? Absolutely. Just don’t be surprised if you find yourself humming “Road to Zion” while stuck in traffic or randomly declaring “You’re beautiful!” to your cat. Not that I’ve done either of those things… ahem. Final thought? If Damian Marley ever decides to re-release this album with even more remixes, I wouldn’t complain. Actually, scratch that—I’d preorder it immediately. Because sometimes, beauty really is endless.

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Download

Filename: damian-marley-beautiful.zip
  • MP3 size: 67.2 mb
  • FLAC size: 606.2 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Khaki Suit (Album Version)3:57
Beautiful (Extended Radio Edit)4:06
Beautiful (Radio Edit 2)
Beautiful (Radio Edit)4:06
Beautiful (Instrumental)4:47
Road to Zion04:27
Beautiful04:48
Road to Zion (Main)5:17
Beautiful (Main)4:47
Road to Zion (Instrumental)5:17
Beautiful (Radio Edit 1)3:29
Beautiful (Album Version)4:47
Khaki Suit (Instrumental)3:57
Khaki Suit03:57

Video

Damian Jr. Gong Marley - Beautiful ft. Bobby Brown (Official Video)

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Catalog Numbers

  • wmcst 40452
  • MCSTDJ 40452
  • UNIR 21592

Labels

  • Tuff Gong International
  • Universal Records, Ghetto Youths International, Island Records Group, Tuff Gong
  • Universal Island Records
  • Universal Records

Listen online

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • 33 ⅓ RPM
  • Promo
  • CD
  • Maxi-Single

Credits

RoleCredit
VocalsBobby Brown (tracks: A1 to A3)
ProducerJazzwad, Stephen Marley

Notes

  • Promo
  • Sleeve indicates that this is a 1-track CD, but CD itself has a second Radio Version.

About Damian Marley

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Jamaican reggae artist, born July 21, 1978 in Kingston, Jamaica. Son of . Brother of .

Real Name

    • Damian Robert Nesta Marley

Name Vars

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  • Damian Marley
  • D. Mariley
  • D. Marley
  • D. R. N. Marley
  • D.Marley
  • Damain Marley
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  • JR Gong\
  • JR. Gong\
  • Jr Gong\
  • Jr. Gong\
  • Jr.Gong\
  • Junior Gong\
  • Marley
  • Damian 'Jr. Gong' Marley
  • Damian 'Jr. Gong' Marley
  • Damian 'Jr.Gong' Marley
  • Damian 'Junior Gong' Marley
  • Damian (Jr. Gong) Marley
  • Damian JR. Gong Marley
  • Damian JR.Gong Marley
  • Damian Jr Gong
  • Damian Jr Gong Marley
  • Damian Jr. Gong Marley
  • Damian Jr. Gong Marley
  • Damian Jr.Gong Marley
  • Damian Marley \
  • Damian Robert Nesta Mrley
  • Damian Robert, Nesta Marley
  • Damian « Jr. Gong » Marley
  • Damian Jr Gong Marley
  • Damian Jr Gong Marley
  • Damian Jr. Gong\

Aliases

  • Jr. Gong

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? Damian Marley's album *Beautiful*, released in 2006, blends Reggae, Hip Hop, and even RnB/Swing into one smooth mix. It’s like a musical melting pot. Tracks like "Road to Zion" and "Khaki Suit" showcase his versatility, while the multiple versions of "Beautiful" give listeners plenty of ways to enjoy the vibe. Fun fact: Bobby Brown lent his vocals to the project, adding an extra layer of soul. Produced by Jazzwad and Stephen Marley, it’s no wonder this album feels so rich and layered. Definitely one to revisit if you haven’t heard it in a while!

Comments

arclark
2025-03-15
2023. Still listening to this
phyllisweber
2025-03-14
Can't believe I'm still enamoured...
???? I'm I the only 1 ere now?
This was a perfect combination. Great song
rashid11955
2025-03-11
Who is listening 2023 love it
rajohn24
2025-03-10
It's 2023 and I am still listening to this BEAUTIFUL song ??
samanthahayden
2025-03-09
I’m so addicted to Damian’s music!!!
???????????????????????
brokieblack
2025-03-07
Love this tune to the max all so love to the lovey family bless xx
rossana10358050
2025-03-07
This was my number back in 2000