Some really important and poignant issues discussed within Sho Baraka’s track ‘Jim Crow’. I was going to write a big old blurb about why this is a really important song, and the reason it even critiques these things is the reason it’ll never get on the radio, but I think Sho Baraka’s explanation does it more justice. Wocka Flocka he isn’t. Don’t sleep on this album.
“N**** island is a place where oppression, ignorance and miseducation is celebrated and propagated. Racial self loathing is masked with satire and wit. It’s a place where the exceptional die and mediocrity is contagious. Escape is recommend but highly dangerous.” – Jon Parker
For centuries racial tension has been the elephant in America’s living room. Many choose to ignore the pain and injustice around them. Some reproduce this culture of ignorance because of miseducation. How can we have reasonable discussions on these issues that lead to healthy relationships and understanding? First we must not be afraid to bring to light the many obstacles that plague our society. Jim Crow is that very song. It is a shout from the auction blocks against the apathy of today’s pseudo post-racial society. It’s a challenge to both the majority and minority.”
For fans of Logic, Lupe, Lowkey.
To find out a little bit more about the story and motivations behind the album have a goosey gander of an interview with Sho.
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