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Once the People Feel the Hunger (Featuring Raven)

by Ben Iota

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History repeats itself.

Around the year 100AD, during the reign of the Roman Empire, Roman writer Juvenal commented on the state of his society. In particular he articulated on how 'bread and circuses' were utilised by the ruling class to gain public approval by distracting and diverting attention away from societal injustices, and superficially satisfying the immediate requirements of the people. This is how discontent was stifled and repressive control was maintained. Never has this analogy seemed more applicable than right now.

Chorus:
'Its an uphill battle for whats true,
Too much information and our leaders in cahoots,
Gotta wonder if its all just a ruse,
Coz nobody cares for truth if they sell the right numbers

Too much information and our leaders in cahoots,
Gotta wonder if its all just a ruse,
But the giants always fall once the people feel the hunger'

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released November 11, 2016
Ben Iota: 'Once the People Feel the Hunger', feat. Raven (Crate Cartel).

Lyrics written and performed by Ben Iota and Raven
Beat produced and mixed by Ben Iota at Nubby's House.
Lyrics recorded by Social Change at Butterthief Studios and Raven at Darkwing Studios
Lyrics mixed and song mastered by Social Change
Artwork concept by Ben Iota, executed by Dan the Underdog.

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Ben Iota Adelaide, Australia

Emcee, vocalist and producer Ben Iota. Born and raised in Adelaide, Australia, but went rogue.

Alt Jazz Soul Lofi conscious Hip Hop. All warm, all cosy.

Collaborators and affiliations: Dan the Underdog, Caper, Social Change, Matchless Gift, Adroit Effusive, Lion Heart Nation, Common Cause, Butterthief. ... more

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