Ignorance and hate over race are the main themes found in this Social Distortion classic. #5) “Don’t Drag Me Down” – Social Distortion The two-tone genre of this music was apart of a large movement of equality and unity in the UK. Though recorded in 1981, we can see what this song is describing in our very own country. This song brings an eerie vibe with it, describing a city empty due to riots and violence.
We live in a divided world, and this song shows that if this continues, it will just lead to our destruction. Operation Ivy’s punk rock instrumentation sheds light on the fact that there is hate in the world, and we can stop it by coming together and standing as one. Unity portrays the exact message you would expect. The ska sounds of this song are fun and bouncy, while the lyrics fight for equality for all.
Though written in 1997, all issues being combatted in this song are still prevalent in our world today. In the Bosstones’ title track off of the album, “Let’s Face It,” lyrics of anti-hate are featured throughout. #2) “Let’s Face It” – Mighty Mighty Bosstones This song provides the classic Rage Against The Machine sound of the early 90s. Not everyone will agree with this band’s views on our country, but everyone should be able to agree that racism has no place in the United States’ government. Rage Against The Machine is known for their anti-government music, but “Wake Up” focuses on the racism in the government. These 15 songs may not all be classics, but they all provide messages that our country needs right now. Humanity has always turned to music, and whether happy, sad or angry, there is always something for you. There is a lot of rage in our nation right now, so this playlist of unity was compiled to bring hope and to reflect on our world-after all, that’s what music is all about.