The lyrics discuss the evil Tupac perceived in society and state a number of reasons our lives are ruled by fear. He pays tribute to murdered black activists Malcolm X and Bobby Hutton.
3m:57s
The Power of Equality
Red Hot Chili Peppers
This song is an attack on racism and inequality.
4m:04s
Someday
Eternal
The hope for equality.
4m:17s
A Prayer For Everyone
Belinda Carlisle
Equality.
4m:22s
7 Seconds
Youssou N'Dour feat. Neneh Cherry
Overcoming racial/cultural prejudice.
5m:07s
Pride (In The Name of Love)
U2
About the death of Dr Martin Luther King Jnr.
4m:06s
The Living Years
Mike & The Mechanics
Ageism/Generational differences.
5m:24s
Redemption Song
Bob Marley
About slavery & oppression in Jamaica.
3m:34s
Buffalo Soldier
Bob Marley
About enslaved African soldiers fighting against Native Americans.
4m:16s
Beds Are Burning
Midnight Oil
About the taking & ruining of aboriginal lands in Australia.
4m:18s
Black or White
Michael Jackson
The lyrics are a plea for racial tolerance.
3m:21s
Killer
Adamski & Seal
4m:13s
A Dream
Common Feat
Song uses extracts from Martin Luther King's 'I have a dream' speech, Video shows images of rallies/little rock nine/holocaust. Pupils relate well to it.
4m:00s
Dr King
Mason Jennings
This is about Martin Luther King, and also includes clips from his 'I have a dream' speech and still images of the civil rights movement.
3m:35s
Ill Manors
Plan B
Useful when looking at different types of prejudice and discrimination e.g. social class and stereotypes.