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Letter To The Free
[Common:]
Southern leaves, southern trees we hung from
Barren souls, heroic songs unsung
Forgive them Father they know this knot is undone
Tied with the rope that my grandmother died
Pride of the pilgrims affect lives of millions
Since slave days separating, fathers from children
Institution ain't just a building
But a method, of having black and brown bodies fill them
We ain't seen as human beings with feelings
Will the U.S. ever be us? Lord willing!
For now we know, the new Jim Crow
They stop, search and arrest our souls
Police and policies patrol philosophies of control
A cruel hand taking hold
We let go to free them so we can free us
America's moment to come to Jesus
[Bilal:]
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
[Common:]
The caged birds sings for freedom to bring
Black bodies being lost in the American dream
Blood of black being, a pastoral scene
Slavery's still alive, check Amendment 13
Not whips and chains, all subliminal
Instead of 'nigga' they use the word 'criminal'
Sweet land of liberty, incarcerated country
Shot me with your ray-gun
And now you want to trump me
Prison is a business, America's the company
Investing in injustice, fear and long suffering
We staring in the face of hate again
The same hate they say will make America great again
No consolation prize for the dehumanized
For America to rise it's a matter of Black Lives
And we gonna free them, so we can free us
America's moment to come to Jesus
[Bilal:]
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
Freedom (Freedom)
Freedom come (Freedom come)
Hold on (Hold on)
Won't be long (Won't be long)
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'Letter To The Free' by Common featuring Bilal is a powerful and poignant song that delves into the deep-rooted issues of systemic racism and social injustice in America. Common's poignant lyrics paint a vivid picture of the struggles faced by Black Americans, from the legacy of slavery to the present-day realities of mass incarceration and discrimination.
The song opens with Common's evocative imagery of Southern trees and the haunting echoes of unsung heroic songs, embodying the pain and resilience of Black history. Common calls for forgiveness, acknowledging the generational trauma and oppression symbolized by the knot that connects him to his ancestors.
He criticizes the unjust separation of families and the dehumanization of Black bodies, challenging the notion that the U.S. sees them as equals. Common confronts the insidious nature of systemic racism, likening the criminalization of Black individuals to a modern form of slavery perpetuated by mass incarceration and institutionalized discrimination.
Bilal's soulful chorus emphasizes the longing for freedom and the hope that change is on the horizon. The repeated refrain of 'Freedom come, won't be long' serves as a rallying cry for justice and equality, reminding listeners of the resilience and determination of those fighting for liberation.
Throughout the song, Common and Bilal highlight the urgency of addressing racial inequality and the need for America to confront its legacy of hate and oppression. They call for unity and empowerment, urging listeners to challenge injustice and work towards a future where Black lives truly matter.
'Letter To The Free' is a heartfelt and thought-provoking anthem that encapsulates the struggles, resilience, and unwavering spirit of the Black community in their ongoing fight for freedom and equality in America.
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