Dead Poet Live Album
Sage Francis · 2004
70 min · 21 tracks · hip-hop
A raw and introspective blend of spoken word and hip-hop that confronts societal issues with unfiltered honesty.
Top tracks — play these first
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Makeshift Patriot — This track critiques American patriotism post-9/11, combining personal narrative with political commentary that captures the album's core ethos.
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Hey Bobby — In this track, Sage Francis addresses personal struggles and societal pressures, weaving humor with insight, making it relatable for many listeners.
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Inherited Scars — With its poignant exploration of legacy and trauma, this track exemplifies Francis's ability to merge personal storytelling with broader social themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic narrative progression throughout
- intimate live performance energy
- thought-provoking lyrical explorations
- wave-like pacing and flow
- cathartic moments of expression
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Sage Francis released the Dead Poet Live Album in January 2004, he was transitioning from underground success to mainstream recognition. This live album followed his acclaimed studio work, showcasing his poetic prowess and engaging stage presence while solidifying his reputation as a key figure in alternative hip-hop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aesop Rock· Atmosphere· Brother Ali
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Makeshift Patriot 4:49
- 2 Hey Bobby 3:29
- 3 Specialist 4:18
- 4 Grand Daddy Told Me 0:56
- 5 Majority Rule 1:59
- 6 Rewrite (50 Ways) 4:57
- 7 Crack Pipes 3:26
- 8 What's Your Name? 3:35
- 9 Bang Bang Boogie 1:38
- 10 Come Come Now 2:26
- 11 Inherited Scars 4:15
- 12 White Wedding 1:11
- 13 'I'm Sorry' Freestyle 2:36
- 14 Black Sweatshirt 3:11
- 15 Whoremonger 4:18
- 16 Emperor's New Clothes 1:03
- 17 Dirty 5:00
- 18 Slumlord 2:32
- 19 Dr. Feel Nathan 2:33
- 20 Broken Wings 5:03
- 21 Amtrak Blues (C.R Avery) 7:04
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