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Music that helped changed the World

What are some songs that helped changed the world and how did they change the world?

For example:

Asimbonango by Johnny Clegg is an incredibly powerful song denouncing apartheid and brought attention to those who fought for equality in South Africa.

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Originally Posted by [MERIT] (Post 1992858)

This piece is truly powerful. The way MJ and Lionel were able to get a bunch of musicians together and create a lasting work that brings attention to people in need is astounding.

^ Welcome to MB, timihaze! :wavey:

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Originally Posted by timihaze (Post 1992554)

^ Johnny Clegg's whole career has been a good example of co-operation and tolerance. To see Nelson Mandela so happy to join in is very touching, and there aren't many artists who can top that !

We may not've noticed it much, but in Africa I believe this epic song-with-a-message was a big hit. It came out in 1987, at a time when it's message was both new and important, and radio was one of the best ways to circulate information, so I like to think that Franco's song helped to awaken people to the danger of AIDS. If so, he helped make Africa a better place. Just two years after releasing this record Franco's death occasioned four days of national mourning in Zaire: that gives some indication of this guy's status, and how people presumably paid attention to his lyrics:

Freddie Mercury's improvisation at the Live Aid concert.

Because during those few moments, he literally had the world singing with him.

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Originally Posted by Lisnaholic (Post 1992949)

^ Welcome to MB, timihaze! :wavey:

^ Johnny Clegg's whole career has been a good example of co-operation and tolerance. To see Nelson Mandela so happy to join in is very touching, and there aren't many artists who can top that !

We may not've noticed it much, but in Africa I believe this epic song-with-a-message was a big hit. It came out in 1987, at a time when it's message was both new and important, and radio was one of the best ways to circulate information, so I like to think that Franco's song helped to awaken people to the danger of AIDS. If so, he helped make Africa a better place. Just two years after releasing this record Franco's death occasioned four days of national mourning in Zaire: that gives some indication of this guy's status, and how people presumably paid attention to his lyrics:

Wow I didn't know this! Thank you for sharing I love learning about modern history and the influence of music.

Ever heard of this song?

Really interesting story behind it.

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Hello there!

As music is strongly related with our common life, no surprise that it can leave its mark in the history as well. In this context, two Portuguese songs have been remarkable during 1974 Carnation Revolution, announcing the beginning and the end of the coup.

The first song was E Depois Do Adeus by Paulo de Carvalho. His performance during 19th Eurovision Song Contest at Brighton was a signal to start the revolution.

Once the coup leaders had taken control over the strategic parts of Portugal, Rádio Renascença had aired another song as a signal of overthrowing hitherto authoritarian regime and beginning democratic rules: Grândola, Vila Morena by Zeca Afonso.

"Same love" featuring inspirational chorus by Mary Lambart is a true piece of music inspired many.

Baby Got Back demolished the Barbie doll type ideal as the only type of female perfection.