Showing posts with label Michael Brown. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Michael Brown. Show all posts
In the wake of the murder of Ferguson, MO teen Michael Brown, many artists have been using their
music to express their feelings about the situation. It's definitely been powerful to listen to these different tributes!

Upcoming R&B singer Anthony Lewis has dropped a song as well, entitled "Looks Like Me." Produced by Warryn Campbell and La'Shawn Daniels, the lyrics openly showcase Anthony's thoughts on the unjust murders of black teens like Mike Brown and Trayvon Martin among others. Anthony himself is a 17-year-old black teen, who has personally experienced racial profiling and losing a friend due to police brutality in his hometown of Los Angeles. The video for the song, released September 8, 2014, features pictures of people protesting and grieving these tragedies, and praying for justice and peace.




Anthony is definitely a true talent to behold, and using his skills and craft to bring awareness to a very controversial situation. However, it is a reflective track searching for resolution, versus a track of pure anger and frustration. You can buy "Looks Like Me" on iTunes now! A portion of the song's proceeds are going to families of victims harmed by police brutality and racial profiling.

Be sure to check out Anthony's official website, and connect with him on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Watch the official video for "Looks Like Me" below!

"Who's to say that we can't change, and give one love, one love to everyone?" -Elle Varner, "One Love"

Elle Varner has released a new song, paying tribute to slain teen Michael Brown, whose tragic and unnecessary death by the hands of a cop in Ferguson, MO, has sparked controversy, outrage, and protests all over the nation. Elle said of the tragedy:

“Over the past few tumultuous days I have prayed long and hard for Mike Brown’s family, the people of Ferguson, and the families of many others we have lost due this horrific death pattern. With persistence, strategy, and intellect, we can not only obtain justice for Mike Brown but we can effectuate changes that will prevent these things from happening again!”
Check out her song "One Love" below!





Elle's distinctive, soulful vocals and insightful lyrics really shine through on this song! I love when people use their gifts to express themselves in a positive way in a time like this. The song highlights issues that go on all the time. I hope you all take a second to really listen!