With more rewards and accolades, than anyone before or after
21st century, oh what a shame, what a shame

Race, race still matters

A race to what, and where we going?

We in the same boat, but I'm the only one rowing


Last time I checked, you were sleeping, but you can call me a dreamer too...
-Prince, "Dreamer" (2009)

Politics and art are indistinguishable in the cultural consciousness of the African Diaspora. Art about "secular" ideas are inherently tied to spiritual concepts, and social commentary is embedded in the fabric of the artistic commentary on our experiences. In the black art tradition, the very nature of how we interpret the experiences around us is inherently political -- and the artist is its agent.

Enter Prince.

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[Edited 5/21/11 8:37am]

Nobody deserves props for rehashing lame conspiracy theories and bringing attention to the tired huckstering of Cornell West. If Prince really wants to engage in political activism he should try voting.