The spiritual perception associated with Rastafarians wearing dreadlocks has changed significantly in recent years. Whose views are clearly exemplified in the lyrics of several reggae songs produced by famous artists such as Bob Marley. Rastas have always been and continue to be identified by their personal appearance and their cultural connection to Jamaica. The purpose of the music associated with this religion is to promote a positive message. For this reason I am interested in studying the identities of the Rastafari religion. Additionally, I am interested in learning more about Rastafarianism due to my Jamaican heritage and the importance of reggae music that I was introduced to since childhood. Since its founding, the Rastafarian religion has grown to become more than a cultural movement. and political strength in Jamaica. But rather it took the path of being the form of resistance that challenged Jamaica's neo-colonial society's “attempt to keep whites at the top and blacks at the bottom of the socio-economic structure” (King-Jensen 17). The Rastafarian movement has adapted some elements of the Nazirite vow as part of the religion. The vow involves people abstaining from wine, vinegar, grapes and intoxicating liquors. They should stop cutting their hair to allow the strands to grow into their hair. The practices that Rastas adhere to are significant for their resistance against the norms of society. Rastafarians' appearances and beliefs set them apart from what society has dictated them to be. Among them the hair culture began in 1934 with the origin of members growing beards and being called bearded men. The Dreadful and Sons of Thunder, where those who chose to “wear their… middle of paper… into the music” (Wexler). The impact of Mob Marley's songs remains a great example of the way in which Rastafarian ideologies and beliefs have been able to break down the barriers that once separated a society from a culturally established religion. His song "Smile Jamaica" was immensely moving because it was created for a concert to bring people together, no matter what. Jammin' was also created for the same purpose, but it was more in-depth about how political violence was causing division and tension in society. Bob Marley uses Jamaican proverbs and folklore in his song "Rat Race" to describe political corruption. Furthermore, his song, Get up, Stand up, was created to give people the opportunity to make peace and defend their rights. All together Rastas have demonstrated a successful revolution by resisting dominant ideas and beliefs.