What the....You Mean I Can't Sing?!
Melvin Van Peebles · 1974
39 min · 8 tracks
A bold fusion of funk, jazz, and spoken word that challenges societal norms with sharp wit and vibrant energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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So Many Bars — This track cleverly juxtaposes the vibrancy of nightlife with a poignant commentary on systemic barriers faced by Black communities, highlighting Van Peebles’ dual focus on celebration and critique.
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Save the Watergate 500 — Using satire, this track addresses political corruption directly while maintaining an infectious groove that encourages listeners to engage critically with the subject matter.
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My Love Belongs to You — This lengthy closing track showcases Van Peebles' emotional depth and lyrical prowess, blending romantic sentiment with a broader social message about love in turbulent times.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Birth Certificate Ain't Nothing but a Death Warrant Anyway 3:57
- 2 So Many Bars 4:11
- 3 Save the Watergate 500 3:21
- 4 Superstition 5:05
- 5 There 3:58
- 6 Come on Write Me 3:42
- 7 Eyes on the Rabbit 5:09
- 8 My Love Belongs to You 10:22
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