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  1. Political rap songs have long been a part of hip-hop culture, providing an outlet for artists to comment on important political and social issues. From Run DMC’s early classics to recent hits from the likes of Kendrick Lamar and J Cole, these tracks are powerful vehicles for expressing dissent and questioning the status quo.

    • “To Pimp A Butterfly” by Kendrick Lamar. Kendrick Lamar’s “To Pimp A Butterfly” is a highly political hip-hop album that takes aim at social and racial injustice.
    • Cabinet Battle #1 by Original Broadway Cast Recording. The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Hamilton’s “Cabinet Battle #1” took the stage by storm.
    • “FDT (Fuck Donald Trump)” by YG ft. Nipsey Hussle. YG ft. Nipsey Hussle’s “FDT (Fuck Donald Trump)” is a politically charged song that speaks out against the policies of President Trump and his administration.
    • “Changes” by 2Pac. “Changes,” by rap legend 2Pac, is a song about societal issues surrounding racism and poverty in America. The poignant lyrics channel the anger and frustration of those living in difficult circumstances and paint a vivid picture of the struggle for justice.
  2. Political hip hop (also known as political rap) is a subgenre of hip hop music that was developed in the 1980s as a way of turning hip hop into a form of political activism.

    • "Fight the Power" Public Enemy.
    • "Georgia... Bush" Lil Wayne.
    • "Be Free" J. Cole.
    • "Fuck Tha Police" N.W.A.
    • "Georgia... Bush," Lil Wayne, 2006. When Hurricane Katrina pummeled Louisiana and massive flooding submerged New Orleans, the George W. Bush administration was criminally slow to react.
    • "Be Free," J. Cole, 2014. After the police killing of teenager Mike Brown in Ferguson, artistic outpour erupted within the hip-hop community. But J. Cole's tribute to Brown was one of the most influential.
    • "Fuck the Police," NWA, 1988. Indicative of the ways black communities are targeted and treated by many police departments, particularly in major cities like L.A., where NWA was from, there are many anti-police songs in hip-hop.
    • "Fight the Power," Public Enemy, 1989. "Fight the Power" was originally conceived as part of the soundtrack for Spike Lee's seminal film "Do the Right Thing."
  3. Jun 5, 2023 · Political rap songs are a timeless staple in the genre. The roots of it continue today as tales are told of the Black experience in a myriad of ways. With political rap songs, rappers...

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  5. Sep 11, 2024 · Though similar in some facets, political rap refers to rappers who have strong political agendas. So, who are the best political rappers? Any political rap list has to include the likes of Public Enemy, N.W.A., Lupe Fiasco, all of which are known for their strong political views—keeping us listeners woke.