What makes American Descendant of Slavery, the Album by Terry Blade notable?

The album has been recognized for its exploration of themes related to race, identity, and reparations, resonating within contemporary discussions around social justice. It received positive feedback from critics for its bold approach, contributing to ongoing dialogues in the Black Lives Matter movement and beyond. Released on February 5, 2021, 'American Descendant of Slavery, the Album' marks Terry Blade's debut full-length project. Prior to this release, Blade had established himself in the spoken word scene but transitioned into music with a focus on personal and communal narratives tied to his identity as an American descendant of slavery.

How many songs are on American Descendant of Slavery, the Album?

American Descendant of Slavery, the Album has 19 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

American Descendant of Slavery, the Album

Terry Blade · 2021

46 min · 19 tracks

A poignant blend of spoken word, soulful melodies, and reflective storytelling addressing the complexities of identity and history.

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Black Hurts — This track powerfully encapsulates the emotional weight of systemic oppression while blending lyrical vulnerability with a compelling melody.
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Reparations — This song articulates demands for reparative justice through a direct and confrontational lens, making it a crucial centerpiece of the album's message.
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Same Gender Loving — By addressing LGBTQ+ themes within the context of Black identity, this track expands the conversation around intersectionality and community acceptance.

Tracklist

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1 Opening: What He Mean By That? 1:03
2 INward 2:45
3 Interlude: Readin' And Writin' (Feat. Harriet Smith) 0:40
4 Black Hurts 3:27
5 MTF 3:13
6 Interlude: Papa Was The Overseer (Feat. Laura Smalley) 1:38
7 Mr. Robertson 3:14
8 Interlude: All They Have Is Masculinity (Feat. T-Man) 1:57
9 Ms. Mizell 3:25
10 Interlude: The Highest Bidder Get Ya (Feat. Mitchell Washington) 1:34
11 I Want It Back 3:10
12 Interlude: Clean The Table 1:48
13 They Must Be Kin 2:41
14 Reparations 3:00
15 Interlude: Boys Wore Dresses (Feat. Fountain Hughes) 1:27
16 Same Gender Loving 2:45
17 The Silent Treatment (Shivers Remix) 2:53
18 Closing: Who Cares For Me? 2:12
19 Crawling (bonus) 3:19

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