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Exclusive First Listen: Hear 'Soundtrack For a Revolution' Feat. John Legend, Anthony Hamilton

Listen as John Legend and more re-imagine freedom songs for Black History Month.
Listen to 'Soundtrack for a Revolution' Feat. John Legend
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By Yolanda Sangweni · Updated October 28, 2020
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John Legend, Mary Mary, and Anthony Hamilton are just a few of the names featured in the “Soundtrack for a Revolution” soundtrack (out February 14) for the documentary of the same name. Listen in as Legend and other contemporary artists re-imagine freedom songs like “We Shall Not be Moved” and “Eyes on the Prize” in honor of Black History Month.

 
  • “We Shall Not Be Moved” performed by Mary Mary
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  • “Here’s to the State Of Mississippi” performed by Wyclef Jean
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  • “Will The Circle Be Unbroken?” performed by Richie Havens
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  • “Ain’t Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Around” performed by The Roots & TV On The Radio
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  • “Woke Up This Morning” performed by John Legend
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  • “Eyes On The Prize” performed by Joss Stone
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  • “Wade In The Water” performed by Angie Stone
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  • “This Maybe The Last Time” performed by Anthony Hamilton & The Blind Boys Of Alabama
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  • “Oh Freedom” performed by Vivian Green
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  • “We Shall Over Come” performed by Anthony Hamilton, Joss Stone, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Mary Mary & John Legend
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Pre-order “Soundtrack for a Revolution” here