John Public - Freedom People

Producer: 6th Sense

Album: Re-Gifted

Label: Unsigned

November 11, aka Veterans Day, is a time to celebrate those who served, and in many cases sacrificed their lives to keep the U.S. safe. While we’re honoring the troops, though, it’s important to remember that patriotism is as much about promoting socioeconomic justice as it is about military exploits. Making its world premiere here in the Booth, John Public‘s latest offering couldn’t be a more timely reminder. This updated version of Freedom People, a cut previously featured back in March, finds the Jersey native (and freestyle series alum) trading D Jay Cas’ funk samples for a muscular, guitar-driven beat by 6th Sense, who laces the record with snippets from FDR’s historic speech, “The Four Freedoms.” Though Public tones down his delivery to match the darker production, his words hit home just as powerfully as before – particularly impactful is his call for the government to “Invest a trillion in the people, books, schools.” Those digging the latest version of this populist banger can hear more on his Booth-sponsored Re-Gifted: The Thrift Shop Experience mixtape, set to hit our front page Dec. 7.

This song first appeared on the Independent Chart on November 15, 2010

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DJ Z DJ Booth Crew Total Ratings: 11856	Rating: DJ Z's Top Rated Songs Artists like Public serve as a healthy reminder that music can motivate, educate, inspire, and pay homage to. Somehow, the bulk of aspiring artists forget all of that because of the money and fame. This is as real as it gets, yo. Plus, the cover art is the s**t. Follow @DJBooth
	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

buggyhinez DJ Booth Member Total Ratings: 3	Rating: buggyhinez's Top Rated Songs when you first start to hear it, it makes you think whats coming next and as you continue to hear you begin to listen to the words, and how it addresses our nations problems, but also motivates you to want to do something about it
	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

.:ZeroDaHero:. Tastemaker Total Ratings: 455	Rating: .:ZeroDaHero:.'s Top Rated Songs This is one song that I can actually admire for the lyrics, not artist features or hype. The production was great, I liked it.
	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

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	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

PrIc3Le$$ Tastemaker Total Ratings: 1306	Rating: PrIc3Le$$'s Top Rated Songs John Public is really a good artist who is still swimming to the top, but he'll get there soon. 6th Sense murders the production here. The electric guitar and hard rockish beat really make this a unique and enjoyable song. Good job Public.
	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

DJ SUK IT DJ Booth Member Total Ratings: 17	Rating: DJ SUK IT's Top Rated Songs not for me, i guess im not in it for the lyrics, production was hot
	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

DJ Rater Tastemaker Total Ratings: 959	Rating: DJ Rater's Top Rated Songs the hook isnt quite to my taste by it has a good overall effect. this is close to classic, very close, but the hook is holding it back. fantastic production with the strings in the background and a good message always helps.
	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

GermOne DJ Booth Member Total Ratings: 11	Rating: GermOne's Top Rated Songs the 2nd verse is so dope
	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

d.C. DJ Booth Member Total Ratings: 116	Rating: d.C.'s Top Rated Songs great lyrical content and beat. didn't expect the chorus to come in like that, dunno if that's a good thing or bad thing.
	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

joshL Tastemaker Total Ratings: 1675	Rating: joshL's Top Rated Songs this is one dope song. the chorus reminds of another one from some rock band....too bad i cant think of who it was.
	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

albyLB23 Tastemaker Total Ratings: 1805	Rating: albyLB23's Top Rated Songs I agree with DJ Z, this is a powerful song. It really makes you think about the problems we have. The production is very nice from 6th Sense. The verse are very deep and smooth. A very enjoyable and emotional listen.
	Posted on Nov 12, 2010

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	Posted on Nov 13, 2010

grayline DJ Booth Member Total Ratings: 2	grayline's Top Rated Songs Total today on yesterday. Shows straight to the future...maybe, unless we fix it...
	Posted on Nov 13, 2010

The 149th Tastemaker Total Ratings: 2065	Rating: The 149th's Top Rated Songs Not my type of track, I've him spit some of those same lyrics in other tracks hes been featured on.
	Posted on Dec 21, 2010