Bob Marley sang.
Robert Nesta Marley , OM ( 6 February 1945 -- 11 May 1981 ) was a Jamaican singer-songwriter , musician and guitarist who achieved international fame and acclaim , blending mostly reggae , ska and rocksteady in his compositions . In 1978 , he released the album Kaya , which included the hit singles `` Is This Love '' and `` Satisfy My Soul '' . `` Is This Love '' is a song by Bob Marley and the Wailers , released on their 1978 album Kaya . Kaya is a roots reggae album released by Bob Marley and the Wailers in 1978 .