The Anthology cover

The Anthology

Richard Pryor · 2002

156 min · 26 tracks

A provocative blend of raw humor and biting social commentary, challenging racial stereotypes through theatrical storytelling.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Super Nigger — This track confronts racial stereotypes head-on, using humor to challenge societal perceptions while showcasing Pryor's fearless storytelling approach.
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    Niggers vs. The Police — In this incisive piece, Pryor highlights police brutality and systemic racism, reflecting the tensions of the civil rights movement with sharp wit.
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    Bicentennial Prayer — Pryor’s poignant commentary blends humor and tragedy as he reflects on African American history during America's bicentennial celebrations, highlighting cultural dissonance.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Super Nigger 3:15
  • 2 Prison Play 9:10
  • 3 Nigger With a Seizure 5:24
  • 4 Have Your Ass Home by 11:00 2:30
  • 5 Black & White Life Styles 3:42
  • 6 Exorcist 1:53
  • 7 Niggers vs. The Police 1:41
  • 8 Wino Dealing With Dracula 2:06
  • 9 Wino & Junkie 7:05
  • 10 Mudbone - Intro 5:42
  • 11 Mudbone - Little Feets 11:45
  • 12 When Your Woman Leaves You 6:27
  • 13 Cocaine 4:08
  • 14 Acid 4:53
  • 15 Bicentennial Prayer 6:38
  • 16 Bicentennial Nigger 2:24

Disc 2

  • 1 New Year’s Eve 3:50
  • 2 Discipline 7:57
  • 3 Heart Attacks 8:08
  • 4 Monkeys 4:03
  • 5 Being Sensitive 7:52
  • 6 Africa 10:30
  • 7 Freebase 8:12
  • 8 Hospital 10:14
  • 9 I Like Women 6:20
  • 10 M.S. 10:36

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