Soundtrack to the Struggle
Lowkey · 2011
95 min · 26 tracks · political hip-hop
Political fervor meets melodic flows, weaving urgent narratives through a tapestry of beats and spoken word.
Top tracks — play these first
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Terrorist? — This track confronts the stigmatization of Muslims post-9/11, utilizing sharp lyrics and a compelling narrative that challenges preconceived notions of terrorism.
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Long Live Palestine — A passionate anthem advocating for Palestinian rights, it showcases Lowkey's commitment to global justice while blending traditional Middle Eastern sounds with contemporary hip-hop.
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Voices of the Voiceless — This song highlights the struggles of marginalized communities, illustrating Lowkey's ability to articulate their experiences through powerful storytelling and evocative imagery.
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Obama Nation — Critiquing the disillusionment around Barack Obama's presidency, this track uses irony and sharp wit to explore themes of hope versus reality in politics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intense lyrical reflections on struggle
- engaging narrative through skits
- cathartic expression of resistance
- driving beats for focused listening
- thought-provoking themes for deep contemplation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lighthearted background music
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Soundtrack to the Struggle is Lowkey's second studio album, following his debut, Dear Listener (2009). By this point in his career, Lowkey had solidified his reputation as a prominent voice in political hip-hop, addressing pressing social issues and amplifying marginalized voices.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Immortal Technique· Brother Ali· Aesop Rock
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Soundtrack to the Struggle 5:16
- 2 Too Much 3:54
- 3 Voices of the Voiceless 4:26
- 4 Hand on Your Gun 2:46
- 5 Skit 1 2:14
- 6 Terrorist? 4:41
- 7 Something Wonderful 4:16
- 8 Dreamers 3:40
- 9 Skit 2 1:38
- 10 Obama Nation 3:13
- 11 Skit 3 0:31
- 12 Cradle of Civilisation 5:10
- 13 Skit 4 1:10
Disc 2
- 1 Blood, Sweat and Tears 4:05
- 2 Everything I Am 3:18
- 3 Skit 5 2:53
- 4 Long Live Palestine 4:09
- 5 We Will Rise 3:48
- 6 My Soul 3:50
- 7 Skit 6 1:46
- 8 The Butterfly Effect 3:30
- 9 Obama Nation Part 2 3:40
- 10 Dear England 5:25
- 11 Haunted 4:40
- 12 Terrorist? Part 2 5:44
- 13 Million Man March 5:24
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