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Barack Obama gave a speech the other day. I was inspired to make this mix. I hope you enjoy it.
- Desmond Dekker – Israelites
- The Melodians – Rivers of Babylon
- Fishbone – Slow Bus Movin’ (Howard Beach Party)
- Living Colour – Funny Vibe
- Billy Paul – Am I Black Enough For You?
- James Brown – Say It Loud (I’m Black and I’m Proud)
- Public Enemy – Prophets of Rage
- Rage Against the Machine – Down Rodeo
- Saul Williams – Tr(n)igger
- Marvin Gaye – What’s Going On?
- Bob Marley – Redemption Song
- Sly & the Family Stone – Everyday People
- The Mighty Mighty Bosstones – Let’s Face It
- Tracy Chapman – Talkin’ Bout a Revolution
- Ziggy Marley, Gipsy Kings, Tsidii Le Loka – One Love
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I still need to listen to mixes 41-45, but this is my favorite RG mix so far. The selection ties perfectly into what Obama’s speech did – eloquently state the obvious but yet too often unsaid and glossed over not just with race but with war, patriotism, youth, money, learning, health, and all the rest. And of course, they’re just great songs too. Well done.
Great mix and a great inspiration! Thanks for including Sly’s “Everyday People.” I write about the impact of this song and more in my book about Sly. http://www.lulu.com/content/1412956.
I was a senior in high school when I took American Government class with a teacher who it turns out really shaped my view of what it means to be a citizen of a country and of the world. He stressed being knowledgeable, getting involved and voting with your feet and your wallet. I can’t remember the man’s name, but I remember him playing “Talkin’ About a Revolution” and that song left an impact on me. I’m really glad you topped of the playlist with it.
Just listened to this mix again, and you’re right — it’s a really good mix for today. I hope the message hits home and people get out and vote tomorrow.