The first single, "Free My People" by Sa-Roc, is not only music but a call for justice and human dignity. Wrapping these words in powerhouse vocal delivery, Sa-Roc also joined forces with M1 from Dead Prez and Franco-Malian artist Solomane to unleash the full fury of conscious rap. This song also boasts phenomenal performances from Nejma Nefertiti and Yasmeen Quintana, creating a tapestry of voices that convey messages of strength and togetherness.
If the beats and bars in "Free My People" are struts of any bird, the heart of the project continues to beat beyond art. Released and distributed through Clean Shelter, a humanitarian organization providing vital relief efforts in Gaza by offering tents, clean water, and sanitation, the single will donate 100% of its proceeds to their cause. And in this, the song becomes that rare thing: a heartfelt gesture of solidarity, art as activism.
Sa-Roc, as always, uses her powerful voice to weave the compelling stories in a layer of lyrics over soulful beats that are full of both urgency and hope. Topics of freedom, resistance, and demand for justice are explored in a nuanced fashion, and Pedusajack also proves that socially engaged music can be sonically engaging as well.
As a testament to the power of artists when they use their craft to advocate for global solidarity, "Free My People" has brought together the voices of each from one end of the globe to another, speaking directly to those affected by brutal oppression. This is a hard-hitting message for anyone looking to have some songs sitting in to-go cups long after they leave their studios: you'd best realize that empathetic rhythm and blues, or whatever else you choose, is not an ideal; it's a call to action.
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