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Bomb the World
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Wikipedia article
"'Bomb the World'" is a protest song single by Michael Franti & Spearhead from their album "Everyone Deserves Music". 'The Independent' has called it "Franti's s response to September 11".[https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/reviews/michael-franti-shepherds-bush-empire-london-83664.html Michael Franti, Shepherd's Bush Empire, London], by Anna Chapman, in 'The Independent'; published December 22, 2003; retrieved August 16, 2018
A remix called "Bomb The World" (Armageddon Mix) was produced by reggae/funk performers Sly and Robbie.
Reception
In 2003, the 'New Internationalist' described the song as "the anthem of a new generation of anti-war protesters", praising its "stirring chorus" and its "coda ready-made for marching".[https://newint.org/taxonomy/term/7444 Even our enemies deserve music], by Jeff Chang, in the 'New Internationalist'; published August 1, 2003; retrieved August 16, 2018 In 2015, however, the 'Chicago Tribune' called it "a lighthearted, mid-tempo pop song that recalls Bob Marley and Johnny Nash."[http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/music/ct-michael-franti-spearhead-disposable-heroes-20150618-story.html Michael Franti expands his sonic palette], by Steve Knopper, in the 'Chicago Tribune'; published June 18, 2015; retrieved August 16, 2018
Track listings
'US CD'
# "Bomb The World" (LP version) 4:28
# "Bomb The World" (Armageddon version) 4:44
Official versions
* "Bomb The World" (LP version) 4:28
* "Bomb The World" (Armageddon version) 4:44
References
Category:2003 singles
Category:Reggae songs
Category:Michael Franti songs
Category:2003 songs
Category:Songs written by Michael Franti
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