American History Through Music: The Promised Land
War and Peace: Propaganda, Patriotism, Protest
Write Your Own Protest Song or Verse: Using specific content, like the Great Depression or the civil rights movement, write your own protest song about that event, or they compose an original verse for an existing song.
Contemporary Music That Speaks to an Issue or Era in the Past: What songs today have something to say about the past, whether because people are still struggling with the same issues, or because the lyrics seem symbolic or ironic when seen through the lens of the past? Explain the connection.
During wartime, songs become weapons, rallying cries, and emotional support. As documents of patriotism, propaganda, and protest, they invite us to ask questions like: "What is peace?" "What is war?" "Why is the nation fighting?" "What am I fighting for?" "What is it like to be a soldier?" "How does it feel back home?" Pick any song we’ve covered this year about wartime and answer the questions previously listed.
Answer the above question: I chose song: promised land-chuck berry
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