I saw this artist’s performance of this song on Saturday Night Live a little over a week ago. It made a statement in line with the song’s meaning, it expresses frustration with a system of insidious racism and well-deserved cynicism towards the idea that equal treatment across races will come anytime soon. The live performance makes explicit the song’s implied references to the specific issue of police brutality and excessive police force against black Americans. Many have commented on the muffled sound obscuring the lyrics, but some claim that this effect is intentional because it forces the listener to consciously pay attention in order to catch any of the meaning.
Note: I recommend HD if you want any chance of deciphering the lyrics by sound!
D’Angelo and the Vanguard - The Charade:
Here’s the live performance on Saturday Night Live:
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