Songs of Protest
b'Sometimes people get so pissed off or so inspired by something that they just have to sing about it\\u2026this is the protest song and it\\u2019s been with us for centuries\\u2026\\nIt\\u2019s music that encourages political and social change\\u2026 and if done right\\u2014and if circumstances are correct\\u2014the song can mobilize people to take action, lift spirits and annoy (or even scare) authorities of the establishment\\u2026\\nProtest music comes in all forms:\\xa0classical, folk, reggae, pop, hip hop and, of course, rock\\u2026it can rail against war, demand social justice, call out politicians and petition for greater rights for women, minorities, labour and the marginalized\\u2026\\nThe singers and musicians behind this music may be regarded as thought leaders, social influencers and even prophets\\u2014and least for a time\\u2026\\nWhat i\\u2019d like to go is go through the history of protest in song from the world of alt-rock, those times when a loud guitar becomes tool for making things better\\u2014for everyone\\u2026\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'