From 2 Pac and Ice Cube to KRS-One, Public Enemy, Scarface, and JAY-Z, these are liberation and resistance songs from the other America— Black America.
We've selected defiant and insightful lyrics from songs aimed at the politicians that pull the strings, which give renewed meaning to the rappers' words. From 50 Cent to Ice Cube and more, here are 12 Notable Rap Lyrics Aimed at Politicians.
Whether it's using their lyrics to address terrorism head on or demonstrate compassion for the deceased, deading violence or uniting for movements that promote social justice, the hip-hop community proves that 9/11 may be behind us, but it's hardly forgotten.
Hip-hop has always been a voice for the people, so it's only natural for some of the best socially-conscious rappers to head to Ferguson, Mo., for the one-year anniversary of Michael Brown's death to keep his memory alive and the #BlackLivesMatter movement going strong.
Rapper Immortal Technique was arrested on Thursday (March 26) for allegedly robbing and assaulting T-shirt vendors outside of a venue where he was performing at in Santa Ana, Calif.