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The song itself examines a raft of issues, but the central theme is police brutality. It’s the kind of issue that’s all too present in America, and the duo don’t shy away from it. One of the most poignant lines in the whole album is Killer Mike repeating “I can’t breathe” in the same tone as George Floyd’s final breaths, echoing the cries of many victims who have been killed by police.

This is protest music at its finest, an expression of anger and frustration, but also a call to action. Educate yourself, stand in solidarity with those fighting for their rights and be prepared to face the challenges ahead of us. Run the Jewels have delivered a message of hope in these dark times, and they’re calling on us to listen.