The title references the "Natural Mystic," a term some associate with the spirit of Queen Nyabinghi and Marley's upbringing in mystical arts under his grandfather’s guidance. Lyrical Themes & Symbolism
In December 1976, gunmen broke into Marley's home, shooting him, his wife Rita, and his manager. Natural Mystic (1977) - Bob Marley & The Wailers
"Natural Mystic" (1977) is the haunting, atmospheric opening track to Bob Marley & The Wailers' seminal album . Recorded in London following a 1976 assassination attempt on Marley in Jamaica, the song serves as a somber introduction to an album that Time magazine later named the Best Album of the 20th Century . Historical & Cultural Context The title references the "Natural Mystic," a term