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Will Medal! 2 questions about Redemption Song by Bob Marley


How does this song relate to the social or cultural climate at the time it was written?

What is the value of music with historical/political/social messages?

Answer 1

Although music influences political movements and rituals, it is not clear how or even if, general audiences relate to music on a political level. Music can express anti-establishment or protest themes, including anti-war songs, but pro-establishment ideas are also represented, for example, in national anthems, patriotic songs, and political campaigns. Many of these types of songs could be described as topical songs.

The song urges listeners to "Emancipate yourself from mental slavery," because "None but ourselves can free our minds". These lines were taken from a speech given by Marcus Garvey in Nova Scotia during October 1937 and published in his Black Man magazine.

Answer 2

if you need reference. it was wiki, i was researching bob marley awhile go, and the first one aswell, i was doing a report for my sociology class.

Answer 3

thank you! :)