
So.. hey guys. This song is a personal song for Rob. He loves this song and everything that they are saying. Unfortunately we had to cut the video out... But holy smokes. This song is a banger. And we are likely not going to forget it... ever.
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:32 Reaction to Rage Against the Machine's "Freedom"
07:31 Discussing the Song (so many questions!)
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Rage Against the Machine is a legendary band that redefined the intersection of music and activism. Emerging in the early 1990s, their unique blend of rap, rock, and politically charged lyrics became a rallying cry for revolutionaries and underdogs worldwide. With Tom Morello’s groundbreaking guitar techniques and Zack de la Rocha’s incendiary vocals, Rage delivered music that wasn’t just heard—it was felt. The band used their platform to tackle systemic injustices, shining a light on issues like corporate greed, governmental corruption, and social inequality. Their unapologetic stance and electrifying performances earned them a dedicated fanbase and solidified their place as icons of resistance in modern music.
“Freedom,” the closing track on Rage Against the Machine’s self-titled debut album, is a fiery anthem of defiance. It takes aim at the injustices faced by Leonard Peltier, a Native American activist controversially imprisoned for a crime many believe he didn’t commit. With its relentless energy, razor-sharp lyrics, and dynamic shifts in tempo, “Freedom” challenges listeners to confront uncomfortable truths about systemic oppression and wrongful imprisonment. The song crescendos into a powerful chant of “Freedom!” that demands both accountability and action, making it not just a song, but a call to arms. It’s the perfect example of how Rage Against the Machine turns music into a megaphone for justice.
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