Gil Scott-Heron wasn’t just a poet, musician, or spoken-word artist—he was a prophet of his time, using his words to challenge oppression and ignite consciousness. On what would have been his birthday, we honor his legacy by revisiting his words—because in times like these, his wisdom feels more urgent than ever.
What lessons from his work should we be carrying forward in our fight for justice?
Twenty-five years later, no rapper has had a greater influence on the new wave of female artists dominating the rap scene than Lil' Kim.
Rappers Pay Tribute to Lil' Kim in Their Lyrics.