Kevin Mazur/Wireimage Ziggy Marley is taking time to recognize his mom ... Rita's constant support for his late father and their family. “My mom is the backbone of everything.

but a family dedicated to preserving his memory and carrying on his message of love and unity. Marley's eldest son Ziggy, 55, is a musician like his father, and an eight-time Grammy winner to boot.

A musical pioneer, master storyteller and an eight-time Grammy ... rock. Marley is also a storyteller and motivational guide.