Protest Songs 1924–2012
The Specials · 2021
55 min · 14 tracks · new wave · ska
A vibrant collection of protest anthems blending ska, punk, and rock with a timeless call for social justice.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with resolution
- cathartic sing-along anthems
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- timeless call for justice
- energizing protest spirit
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking mellow background music
- prefering polished studio tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2021, 'Protest Songs 1924–2012' marks The Specials' return after a period of renewed activity following their reunion in 2009. This compilation showcases their enduring relevance and commitment to social issues, building on their legacy as pioneers of ska and two-tone music. The album arrives amidst rising global protests, connecting historical struggles with contemporary activism.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madness· The Selecter· Bad Manners
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Freedom Highway 3:26
- 2 Everybody Knows 5:23
- 3 I Don’t Mind Failing in This World 4:40
- 4 Black, Brown and White 2:57
- 5 Ain’t Gonna Let Nobody Turn Us Around 3:46
- 6 Fuck All the Perfect People 4:05
- 7 My Next Door Neighbor 2:33
- 8 Trouble Every Day 5:04
- 9 Listening Wind 4:05
- 10 I Live in a City 2:20
- 11 Soldiers Who Want to Be Heroes 2:51
- 12 Get Up, Stand Up 4:08
- 13 The Lunatics (live at Coventry Cathedral, July 2019) 4:03
- 14 We Sell Hope (live at Coventry Cathedral, July 2019) 5:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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