Skip Marley Continues to Ignite Ears and Hearts With Underrated Romantic Song, “Close”

Sit back, relax and enjoy the ultimate chill vibe that is Skip Marley. With his eclectic blend of reggae soul, the Kingston, Jamaica-born singer/musician remains a force to be reckoned with. No stranger to the spotlight, Marley is melodically continuing his family’s legacy with his dreamy, mid-tempo jam, “Close”.

Released on October 25, 2024, the song marks Marley’s first release since 2022. The blissful track is a modern reinterpretation that pays homage to Maxi Priest’s 1990 hit “Close to You”. Interpolating its iconic hook, the Kingston, Jamaica native additionally blends smooth, reggae vibes with contemporary dance, pop, and R&B elements.

Produced by Rykeyz, “Close” features nostalgic, romantic lyrics, where Marley reminisces about connection and intimacy. Through the song’s smooth rhythmic pattern, he achieves his goals both personally and symbolically. A slight departure from his usual sound, the song marks a new chapter in Marley’s artistry. While expressing his creative freedom, he also respects his reggae heritage. The accompanying music video, directed by Gabriella Kingsley, premiered on BET Soul.

Skip Marley Was Poised For Stardom

The son of Cedella Marley and grandson of the legendary Bob Marley, Skip’s music career officially began in 2015. His debut singles, “Cry to Me” and “Life”, were released under the Tuff Gong label. In 2017, he released the single “Lions,” which gained widespread attention after being featured in a Pepsi commercial. That same year, he collaborated with pop star Katy Perry on the hit single,“Chained to the Rhythm”. He performed the song at numerous major award shows, including, the 59th Annual Grammy Awards, Brit Awards, and iHeartRadio Music Awards.

Skip Marley Undeniably Carries Hit Making DNA

His debut EP, Higher Place, was released on August 28, 2020. It included the critically acclaimed single “Slow Down,” a collaboration with H.E.R., that received a Grammy nomination. It became the quickest-streaming song in Marley family history, with over 185 million global streams. Throughout his career, Skip Marley has received two Grammy Award nominations and a MTV Video Music Award nomination.

Known for blending traditional reggae with multiple genres, Marley proudly carries his family’s name while establishing his own artistic identity. A non-album single, “Close,” is available on multiple streaming platforms.