They dont really care about us

“They don’t care about us”

by michael jackson

The author

Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson was a legendary American singer, songwriter, and dancer. He achieved unprecedented fame as the "King of Pop," mesmerizing audiences worldwide with his iconic music, electrifying performances, and innovative dance moves. With record-breaking albums like "Thriller," he remains one of the most influential and beloved entertainers of all time.

contextualization

This song was part of Michael Jackson’s 1995 album titled “HIStory”. At the time, MJ was being heavilly targeted by the media and accused of sexual abuse. Also, in this time, the media was also being flooded by cases of racial inequality and attacks on minorities.

MUSIC VIDEO

of the song

This is the most popular music video for the song. it shows vibrant colours and dancing while bringing people of various minorities (latinos, african-americans) together in a climate of joy.

Some interesting lyrics

“They” represents the government, in particular the police. Minorities like African-Americans are often mistreated in the system, making the minorities feel unloved or unwanted. This inequality is heavily denounced in this song

[Refrain] "All I wanna say is that they don't really care about us. All I wanna say is that they don't really care about us"

Some interesting lyrics

During the molestation trials, Michael was portrayed by the media to be guilty from the beginning. This directly conflicts with the strong American value of “innocent until proven guilty.”

Alternatively, this line may be addressing how privileged people are able to ignore the struggles of others as it doesn’t affect them, even if they make promises or claim to stand up for them and use their power to help.

"Tell me, what has become of my rights? Am I invisible 'cause you ignore me? Your proclamation promised me free liberty, now I'm tired of being the victim of shame"

Some interesting lyrics

Throughout his rise to fame, Michael was always hindered by his skin colour. This lines represents the idea that despite lots and lots of opposition, he never gave up on his dream. Simmilarly, he will also not stop fighting for the equality in which he believes.

"Beat me, bash me, you can never trash me Hit me, kick me, you can never get me"

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