The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (track)
by Gil Scott-Heron

The Revolution Will Not Be Televised by Gil Scott-Heron
Year: 1971
From the album Pieces Of A Man (track #1)
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From 03/30/2014 09:44 | #108084
This may be the best lyrics of all time. amazing song
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