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Originally released in 1972, A Message From The People remains one of Charles' most celebrated albums, as well as the most socially-conscious work of his six decade career. The record directly confronts societal ills of poverty and injustice while offering a universal message of brotherhood and hope for peace; topics that are as relevant today as they were 50 years ago. The album includes such classic tracks as InchThey'll Be No Peace On Earth Without All Men As One,Inch InchAbraham, Martin and John,Inch the Gospel infused InchLift Every Voice and SingInch and InchHeaven Help Us All. Inch The album also includes Ray's recording of InchHey Mister,Inch which was played during a Congressional joint hearing in 1972 to speak on behalf of common citizens to a government that was widely seen as ignoring their needs. Perhaps the most impactful track on this album is Ray's iconic version of InchAmerica the Beautiful,Inch which quickly became our second National Anthem and has inspired countless generations since it's 50 years ago Album Tracks 1. Lift Every Voice and Sing 2. Like I Gotta Do Wrong 3. Heaven Help Us All 4. Therell Be No Peace Without All Men As One 5. Hey Mister 6. What Have They Done to My Song Ma 7. Abraham Martin and John 8. Take Me Home Country Roads 9. Every Saturday Night 10. America the Beautiful
