Still listening I was 15 when "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" came out 10th grade,brought it to school. 19 when "Free Will" came out been listening along time. He is still Relavent now as he was then. His last album, I sat in my car and listened to it by myself at night. I feel he knew he wouldn't be here much longer.. I cried. I'm going to be 70 next week still listening to his wise music. My children know of him,and now Grandchildren. His Birthday is April 1st I will be thinking of him then too. Rest in Eternal Peace Mr. Gil Scott Heron.
So beautifully said, Ms. Lisa... Thank you for sharing that... My Dad turned me onto Gil Scott & I've loved his music & message ever since... Such a beautiful person.. Ty, & I'll think of you both fondly on 4/1..... 🙏❤
I'll never forget bumping into him on the tube in London. I was on my way to buy tickets for his concert that evening at Hammersmith Odeon. What a coincidence! He had a lovely smile and eyes that shone wisdom and self-knowledge. His concert was a wonderful experience of music and education in Truths and Rights.
Gil is the GOAT to me. By a wide margin. Props to Brian Jackson at the same time. They made the most incredible indelible music of all time in my book.
I wish that were true but alas capital does not have sacred cows In the ultimate irony "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" was used in an ad like 20 years Ago. I think it was for nike
Nike???? Some people quote Shakespeare,dude. There are plenty of artists that don't sell their art for business. Money doesn't speak.....beyond the greedheads that have the most of it. Capital.....really,man ......Joe Louis addressed money the best. He stated, "They say money talks,but the only thing it ever said to me was good bye."
Glenn, having Pat Tillman as your avatar says a lot about you as a human being. I’m not a big war guy, not very religious either, but I do believe that great people walk among us. Pat Tillman was one of those great people. So was Gil Scot-Heron. If his music never reaches the masses so much the better. It’s a privilege, I think, to be in this exclusive club of Gil’s fans. Check out “Alluswe” from the “First Minute of a New Day” album. My prayer for blacks in America today. Gil nailed it over 40 years ago. RIP Gil!
I was 19 when I first heard if Gil because my brother had his Lp and now at 72 I still love his beautiful poetic songs fir my soul I know about addiction and when my daughter told me he wasn’t doing good when she spoke to him in Atlanta it hurt my heart I been clean for over 40 yrs but u never cured rip great beautiful king he gave so much to the world in his music
Happy heavenly 72nd birthday to the greatest Jazz poet of all time, the legendary Gil Scott Heron, a man for the people, a man who stood for the cause & told it as it was
It's a damn shame this man isn't mentioned in the same breath with a great many of the finest songwriters and recording artists of his time or since. Along with Brian Jackson. Two wonderful artists who together made some brilliant music on some truly fine albums.
Yes ! I saw him do a show in Reseda , CA back 79’ or 80’ . I was a kid of about 21 years old. My friend and his girlfriend and I were the only white people in line to get in. People in line were surprised we would be there but were so nice to us. I’ll never forget that night. God bless Gil.
Gil Scott Heron was way before his time! As a Black man America he has been my spiritual healer since 1970, oh and by the way, if all you think about is a damn rodeo when you hear this sad, sad song I realize that is truly "WINTER IN AMERICA"
if you come back to Gil Scott Heron after a while you feel immediately inspired. like it was one of those early times you spent getting into him, again. some songs are that rich.
My late brother did many years there I flew out with my younger son a baby 3months old it was horriable my brother got out after many yrs he also sue them and won once u go there they have everybody ride a bus to the visiting place u seen men working in fields and we pass the death row camps back in 1988 i went twice. I was born there but my mother send me to Bay Area for college I made it my home I remember sending boxes to my brother from Alaska when my husband & I moved there I started to believe in God again after experience nature The best times of our lives but my brother and I got together again in Berkeley when I was in my late 40’s at least he got to leave out of prison to sing in a Christian band he had a voice like an angel never knew Gil made a song about Angola I never forget what he told me he had everything money could buy but not his freedom he loved New Orleans he left many times for other states but always return after Katrina he never live there again
Gil Scott-Heron was a Thus Come One....without fail. His music heals; teaches, and delivers. Such a soothing man; Way ahead of his time. R.I.P. Gil, Khalid Muhammad, Nathan George, Bob Cunningham, and so many other late, greats!!! Gone...yet never forgotten!
@@tednorton5150 And I did not say a thing about a certain group's lives not mattering. Saying that All Lives Matter is encompassing, not exclusionary. YOU are not making any sense. You've said your piece I'm not interested in your personal political beliefs. This channel is about music. This discussion is over, and the matter closed. Respect.
I met a man on a bus to New Orleans from Houston who was wrongfully incarcerated at Angola for murder of a cop and freed several months ago after serving 32 years in bondage. We shared spirits of love and improvement, I hope his sprits are staying up. He struggled with mental health problems as a result of his solitary confinement.
Deep deep track; Secrets has amazing bass lines all over the the place. Still a personal favorite. Like the crackle of the wax here. Gil Scott-Heron put himself out there in ways that continue to help us all tune in to what is important, what we need to pay attention too. RIP
My high school protested in 1973 when it happened and I've never forgotten the Lack of "justice for all". I'm glad "The Train From Washington" FINALLY arrived for Gary Tyler...Others are still waiting!! It must be "No Knock, or The King Alfred Plan"... Thats why I ain't never been nowhere near -Angola, Louisiana. It's Like a damn "B Movie". I shook my head a few days ago when I heard someone say with authority, "Innocent people don't go to jail". Stay strong Brother Tyler...you where never alone.
Its just so amazing that even in the new time. The artist of the past still prove the unspoken truth . i came up on this kinda vibe and it still hasnt faded. Rip gill
One of my brothers served time there ..he said it was the hardest prison ever..he lived 5yrs after he got released…Angola was hard on him ..he wasn’t the same person after Angola, La.. I thank God he made it out alive.
I was 14 years old when my father put Mr.Gill on the first song I heard was Angle Dust and from there I was hook to the message and music we need more like him in the world to get these kids to understand what we are all about BLACK POWER AND BLACK FREEDOM BECAUSE WE ARE NOT FREE(YET)PEACE
Wasn't always played on main stream radio back in those days ! Had to have his albums, catch him on the college campuses, or hear him on the black radio stations late at night. 🎵👍🗣️
Well, I’m feeling fine But I could have been doing time Well, I’m doing fine, thank you But I could have been pulling time I know a brother man doing time And he didn’t commit no crime So, thank you, I’m doing fine ‘Cause I could have been pulling time Well [Verse 2: Gil Scott-Heron] I’ve been painting a picture of Angola, Louisiana Pictures of deals in back alleys where politicians often hide But it’s much more important to me than Angola, Louisiana Got a lot to do with justice but more with Gary Tyler’s life I got a letter from his mother, said, “Please, say something to my son!” Truth is: Angola, Louisiana, you’re the one [Verse 3: Gil Scott-Heron] Well, I ain’t never been nowhere near Angola, Louisiana Down in St. Charles Parish where the sun won’t go alone Well, but injustice is not confined to Angola, Louisiana No, it can walk in your living room As long as it surrounds your home I’m sending love to brother Tyler, but after all is said and done Truth is: Angola, Louisiana, you’re the one [Verse 4: Gil Scott-Heron] Well, I can’t tell a man not to defend himself Not at this late stage Can’t tell a man he got no rights, nowhere Not in this day and age This song may not touch a whole lot of people Persuaded by the truth But take a look at what’s going on, people ‘Cause this all could happen to you, yeah [Verse 5: Gil Scott-Heron] Truth is me, now I’ve been painting a picture of Angola, Louisiana Down in St. Charles Parish, where the sun won’t go alone Yeah, but injustice is not confined to Angola, Louisiana Well, it can be in your living room Brother Tyler, hold on, be strong, you’re not alone! Said I got a letter from his mother that said, “Please, say something to my son!” Truth is: well, Angola, Louisiana, you’re the one [Verse 6: Gil Scott-Heron] Seem like, I say it again Angola, Louisiana sure ‘nough the one Never been another one like that one, seem like Angola, Louisiana sure ‘nough the one The city blues is sure ‘nough news down there Angola, Louisiana sure ‘nough the one One for Louise, don’t forget Ana please Angola, Louisiana, say [Verse 7: Gil Scott-Heron] Well, I’m doing fine ‘cause could have been doing time, yeah Angola, Louisiana, say, “Hey, hey now” I could have been pulling time down near where the sun sure ‘nough don’t shine, yeah Angola, Louisiana feel like, well I’m doing fine. I could have been pulling time I’m doing fine, but I could have been pulling time Well, I’m doing fine, thank you. I could have been pulling time I’m doing fine. Could have been pulling time, now
PM Dawn sampled this album in his song titled "Paper Doll"...I liked this when PM Dawn used this sample in his song but was ignorant of who Gil Scott Heron was...just learned he is the Mastermind of this exceptionally groovy beat...
Brother Gary Tyler has been released from the hellhole that is Angola. I only wish that Gil Scott-Heron and his brother Denis were alive to see this day…but somehow I am sure they know
Praise be to God. I was also paying attention and rejoiced greatly, though it doesn't abdicate how corrupt the powers that be are and how much life taken from Gary Tyler which can never be taken back. Power.
I don't know that much about Gil's end. I heard he had addiction issues. His early work is so cutting edge and just completely unique, but I know that later in the 70s that kind of style wasn't popular in any demographic and also his writing lost its edge, which was maybe a sign of the times changing. So he had money problems, problems with his art, problems with hard drugs. I've always loved him and his work though, Angola among my top 5. I was sorry hear he had passed.
"I'm Doing Fine, Could Have Been Doing Time." Every Afikan here in the "hells of north amerikkka" who's not doing time knows what Brother Gil is talking about.
I AINT NEVER BEEN NO WHERE NEAR ANGOLA LOUISIANA DOWN IN ST CHARLES PARISH WHERE THE SUN WONT GO ALONE BUT INJUSTICE IS NOT CONFINED TO ANGOLA LOUISIANA IT CAN WALK IN YOUR LIVING ROOM..(cut on your TV.the one in your living room.MN,TX,GA,DC,etc.Rest in Peace GIL SCOTT HERON.Love&Peace😎😁luv ya boy eJ
Oh yeah babe! Those were the days! JUST D'AAAMN! I grew up in a time and era that was soooo fucking bad as hell, when it came to music, art, and literature -- right in the heart of "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" by Gil Scott-Heron. Hellooo ... Anybody know what I'm talk'n bout!? Millenials, no need to reply. Y'all don't nothing bout what I'm say'n. But ay least you got yo rap music -- talk'n loud and say'n nothin.
When he said he got a letter from his mother that said please say something to my son.... I was SHHHEEEEEEEEEEEEIIIIIIIIITTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT...... THIS MAN. If Gil Scott is not what you consider fire, don't speak to me. He was a real one.
No bass player credit on this song! Is that for real? Only says Brian Jackson keyboard bass (synthesizer) Could be like the classic Stevie Wonder funk bass sound.
Yes; the 1st time I heard of him was in 1978 - Angel dust was popular and played in Houston - Magic 102 , but then one evening I during that time I was listening to KTSU …. And I heard Angola …. And this also in Htown there were protesting for Jose Campos Torres and Milton Glover later in the years not much pub. Yes he is the GOAT and Brian Jackson
Man gil scott heron was a talented brotha 👍👍!! Shame those drugs & alcohol eventually took him down!! A LEGENDARY, ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME VOICE & SOUND!! THEY'LL NEVER BE ANOTHER LIKE HIM!!
IT SEEMS WHOMEVER WRITES AND SINGS ABOUT THE ATROCITIES COMMITTED IN THESE USA AGAINST THE DOWN TRODDEN COME TO A EARLY DEMISE HISTORY REPEATS ITSELF. RIP BROTHER U MUSIC LIVES ON.
Used this song in the classroom in classes on law and justice. No one ever asked to go to the bathroom while the music played and the truth unfolded out of the gloom.
It would be great to see this song with clips of the Angola 3, Albert Woodfox (who has already served 43 years in solitary confinement, regardless of how many times a judge has ordered his release), and the view now of Angola re-constructed to imprison thousands of (mainly) black men in SHUs as slave labor for the State of Louisiana.
Joy Wilder The song is about the prison, one of the harshest penal institutions in the US, located in one of the harshest states in the Union, and represents the black stain on the penal practices of the United States. The Angloa 3 are but one of the many injustices of such an institution. Gil Scott had it right.
While I am glad you have found this and am glad that the Boston Globe has listed it, the song has always been about the brutality of the penal system of the United States. The over-sentencing epidemic that has raged for 60 years across the United States, including and especially the torturous backwater of Louisiana. This song is NOT about race. It is about police and prison brutality. I am glad you have discovered the song. Now go on to discover the other great Gil Scott-Heron's songs. A very troubled, conflicted artist who I have loved from the first day he released his first track.
@@restless94110 Thanks, man. Heavily into GSH. Just got his debut on vinyl, and last year finished his autobiography. Been sharing some of his tunes on social media, too. I teach in the prison system here in my home state and see this up close. And when I get too down, I put on "I Think I'll Call it Morning," as I did yesterday. Be Well, JW
@@jjw12562 Good on you. My favorite has always been "Home is Where the Hatred Is" Several months ago, UK music magazine, Mojo, had a piece on Gil through the eyes of his creative partner who is still alive. Gil was a pioneering artist and I have always loved his delivery and the intelligence of his lyrics.
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Still listening I was 15 when "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" came out 10th grade,brought it to school. 19 when "Free Will" came out been listening along time. He is still Relavent now as he was then. His last album, I sat in my car and listened to it by myself at night. I feel he knew he wouldn't be here much longer.. I cried. I'm going to be 70 next week still listening to his wise music. My children know of him,and now Grandchildren. His Birthday is April 1st I will be thinking of him then too. Rest in Eternal Peace Mr. Gil Scott Heron.
This revolution in America is REAL & LIVE...Max Respect Mr Heron❤💛💚
So beautifully said, Ms. Lisa... Thank you for sharing that... My Dad turned me onto Gil Scott & I've loved his music & message ever since... Such a beautiful person.. Ty, & I'll think of you both fondly on 4/1..... 🙏❤
I'll never forget bumping into him on the tube in London. I was on my way to buy tickets for his concert that evening at Hammersmith Odeon. What a coincidence!
He had a lovely smile and eyes that shone wisdom and self-knowledge.
His concert was a wonderful experience of music and education in Truths and Rights.
I couldn't have been luckier than to see him twice in Los Angeles, once for free way back in the olden days.
Do you recall your conversation?
@@Thedearster I just said hi and acknowledged his presence. He nodded back - no words necessary
that's one dude I have regrets never being able to meet
One of America's greatest poets.....living or dead.
❤❤❤
My brother l agree with your astute observation. Sadly our black giants are never recognized. But you did my brother! Thank you.
Gil is the GOAT to me. By a wide margin. Props to Brian Jackson at the same time. They made the most incredible indelible music of all time in my book.
Wish they didn't have a falling out. Both complimented each other so well.
GHS was one of the beautiful one's, had that amazing voice synced so perfectly with his mind. Incredible Artist & Musician... Loved & sadly missed....
Gil stood up.....he cared about us. I don't think we will see his music selling out. You can't sell cars or soap with this music.
I wish that were true but alas capital does not have sacred cows
In the ultimate irony "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" was used in an ad like 20 years Ago. I think it was for nike
Nike???? Some people quote Shakespeare,dude. There are plenty of artists that don't sell their art for business. Money doesn't speak.....beyond the greedheads that have the most of it. Capital.....really,man ......Joe Louis addressed money the best. He stated, "They say money talks,but the only thing it ever said to me was good bye."
Glenn, having Pat Tillman as your avatar says a lot about you as a human being. I’m not a big war guy, not very religious either, but I do believe that great people walk among us. Pat Tillman was one of those great people. So was Gil Scot-Heron. If his music never reaches the masses so much the better. It’s a privilege, I think, to be in this exclusive club of Gil’s fans.
Check out “Alluswe” from the “First Minute of a New Day” album. My prayer for blacks in America today. Gil nailed it over 40 years ago. RIP Gil!
This so true in todays turbulences.
Yeah he cared about his people 👋🏾 very much.
Where is the [Love It] button. Thumb's up is an understatement for his music
Totally agree.love button❤️🎶🎶🎼🎼🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷🙋
My children’s father was audio engineer on Secrets. Gil is timeless.
❣️✓
RIGHT ON.!!!!
My kind of guy my type of music ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Gil never sold out...
He paid a price for his beliefs.
HE SOLD OUT STANDING ROOM ONLY!! R.I.P GIL
@@edwardsmith8814 As all of us should do willingly.
It can walk in your living room as long as it surrounds your home ...WOW this song is no joke
Yeah, man, that was a powerful line right there and very, very true.
Breonna Taylor.
@@7senator77 'No Knock' by Gil from 1972 ..
I was 19 when I first heard if Gil because my brother had his Lp and now at 72 I still love his beautiful poetic songs fir my soul I know about addiction and when my daughter told me he wasn’t doing good when she spoke to him in Atlanta it hurt my heart I been clean for over 40 yrs but u never cured rip great beautiful king he gave so much to the world in his music
Congratulations I’m going on 2 years.
My brother's were in Nam , one didn't make it back but the one that did brought Gil and Brian Jackson into my life. It's been on every since.
Happy heavenly 72nd birthday to the greatest Jazz poet of all time, the legendary Gil Scott Heron, a man for the people, a man who stood for the cause & told it as it was
It's a damn shame this man isn't mentioned in the same breath with a great many of the finest songwriters and recording artists of his time or since. Along with Brian Jackson. Two wonderful artists who together made some brilliant music on some truly fine albums.
This song was so ahead of its time! And it's all come true it ain't be televised... the truth that is as far as we are allowed to know that is!
Gil Scott and Brian Jackson👍🏽🥰 their music is beautiful as a Sunrise and a Sunset
I agree wholeheartedly, Ma'am. ✌️
@@justafanofnerdculture7602 Ook
Yes ! I saw him do a show in Reseda , CA back 79’ or 80’ . I was a kid of about 21 years old.
My friend and his girlfriend and I were the only white people in line to get in. People in line were surprised we would be there but were so nice to us. I’ll never forget that night. God bless Gil.
It's sad Gil wasn't around when Gary was finally released.
fucking incredible, been huge fan of Gil for so many years and I just stumbled on this one, what a gem
Same here... I don't know how I missed this one. This tRUMP America has me in my head and feelings.
@@Blak7uerilla This Biden America is so much better 🤣
Gil Scott Heron was way before his time! As a Black man America he has been my spiritual healer since 1970, oh and by the way, if all you think about is a damn rodeo when you hear this sad, sad song I realize that is truly "WINTER IN AMERICA"
I hear you Steve!
I HEAR U Brotha
♥️♥️
Steve Owens The Truth hurts....real deep. Stay Strong Brother.
Straight up! Especially for Blacks, al least💯
You do not dance to this man music,YOU LISTEN!!
if you come back to Gil Scott Heron after a while you feel immediately inspired. like it was one of those early times you spent getting into him, again. some songs are that rich.
❤❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥🔥 omg
Absolutely
Again!
My dad did time in Angola in the 40s when they had chain gangs and men slept on straw on the floor. He was a minor. It was the worst prison in the US.
So very sorry he had to suffer Angola - especially as a child. Louisiana has a huge amount to answer for in the past and present.
He probably wasn't an angel ?
@@rafaelpinesa452 What do you know about what landed him there?
@@zacharytaylor3012
What the hell do You think landed him there GOOD BEHAVIOR ?
@@rafaelpinesa452 you know some people end up doing crimes purely out of hunger, i guess it was fucked up being a black man in 40s USA
My late brother did many years there I flew out with my younger son a baby 3months old it was horriable my brother got out after many yrs he also sue them and won once u go there they have everybody ride a bus to the visiting place u seen men working in fields and we pass the death row camps back in 1988 i went twice. I was born there but my mother send me to Bay Area for college I made it my home I remember sending boxes to my brother from Alaska when my husband & I moved there I started to believe in God again after experience nature The best times of our lives but my brother and I got together again in Berkeley when I was in my late 40’s at least he got to leave out of prison to sing in a Christian band he had a voice like an angel never knew Gil made a song about Angola I never forget what he told me he had everything money could buy but not his freedom he loved New Orleans he left many times for other states but always return after Katrina he never live there again
The godfather of rap was way ahead of the game
You know the truth when you hear it. Brian Jackson and Gil
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Gil Scott-Heron was a Thus Come One....without fail. His music heals; teaches, and delivers. Such a soothing man; Way ahead of his time. R.I.P. Gil, Khalid Muhammad, Nathan George, Bob Cunningham, and so many other late, greats!!! Gone...yet never forgotten!
..well said my friend. we’ll said⚡️
How does GSH manage to make a song about THIS sound so good?!
Pure talent baby, pure talent🥰🎶🎵🎶
How can someone has such a brilliant mind and have this groove? Much respect for Mr Heron!
I love Gil Scott-Heron
True poet, rebel and inspirator that crosses borders to create new insights and deep connections. Legend.
Sampled in "Paper Doll" by PM Dawn'
Love and respect to both artists.
Black Lives Matter
All Lives Matter. This is not a black thing.
@@tednorton5150 The song is not about race. I'm not interested in your ideology or your analysis. All live matter not just one race. Period.
@@tednorton5150 How dare you deign to know what an artist was or was not. Keep your ideology to yourself.
@@tednorton5150 And I did not say a thing about a certain group's lives not mattering. Saying that All Lives Matter is encompassing, not exclusionary. YOU are not making any sense. You've said your piece I'm not interested in your personal political beliefs. This channel is about music. This discussion is over, and the matter closed. Respect.
@@restless94110 Thanks fellow brother in being for all lives matter than black lives matter.
I met a man on a bus to New Orleans from Houston who was wrongfully incarcerated at Angola for murder of a cop and freed several months ago after serving 32 years in bondage. We shared spirits of love and improvement, I hope his sprits are staying up. He struggled with mental health problems as a result of his solitary confinement.
@POINTTWOFIVEMOA no shit that is creepy & terrible .......wow man they really do send u to hell there man I'm sorry that sounds awful
This song means a lot more if you've ever known anyone who's been caught up in the justice system. "This all could happen to you."
That Bassline!
Yes.!!! ❣️
Deep deep track; Secrets has amazing bass lines all over the the place. Still a personal favorite. Like the crackle of the wax here.
Gil Scott-Heron put himself out there in ways that continue to help us all tune in to what is important, what we need to pay attention too. RIP
SonofGalahad. It's a special album to me.It takes you there.I
My high school protested in 1973 when it happened and I've never forgotten the Lack of "justice for all". I'm glad "The Train From Washington" FINALLY arrived for Gary Tyler...Others are still waiting!! It must be "No Knock, or The King Alfred Plan"... Thats why I ain't never been nowhere near -Angola, Louisiana. It's Like a damn "B Movie". I shook my head a few days ago when I heard someone say with authority, "Innocent people don't go to jail". Stay strong Brother Tyler...you where never alone.
Its just so amazing that even in the new time. The artist of the past still prove the unspoken truth . i came up on this kinda vibe and it still hasnt faded. Rip gill
One of my brothers served time there ..he said it was the hardest prison ever..he lived 5yrs after he got released…Angola was hard on him ..he wasn’t the same person after Angola, La.. I thank God he made it out alive.
Brotha gil s heron a bad brotha
The Master, timeless in its beauty. Thank you Gil for your music and humanity.
I was 14 years old when my father put Mr.Gill on the first song I heard was Angle Dust and from there I was hook to the message and music we need more like him in the world to get these kids to understand what we are all about BLACK POWER AND BLACK FREEDOM BECAUSE WE ARE NOT FREE(YET)PEACE
Wasn't always played on main stream radio back in those days ! Had to have his albums, catch him on the college campuses, or hear him on the black radio stations late at night. 🎵👍🗣️
The beats are cold on this track. The bass is killing it. Black Power ❤️🖤💚
Thanks for this authentic music
Well, I’m feeling fine
But I could have been doing time
Well, I’m doing fine, thank you
But I could have been pulling time
I know a brother man doing time
And he didn’t commit no crime
So, thank you, I’m doing fine
‘Cause I could have been pulling time
Well
[Verse 2: Gil Scott-Heron]
I’ve been painting a picture of Angola, Louisiana
Pictures of deals in back alleys where politicians often hide
But it’s much more important to me than Angola, Louisiana
Got a lot to do with justice but more with Gary Tyler’s life
I got a letter from his mother, said, “Please, say something to my son!”
Truth is: Angola, Louisiana, you’re the one
[Verse 3: Gil Scott-Heron]
Well, I ain’t never been nowhere near Angola, Louisiana
Down in St. Charles Parish where the sun won’t go alone
Well, but injustice is not confined to Angola, Louisiana
No, it can walk in your living room
As long as it surrounds your home
I’m sending love to brother Tyler, but after all is said and done
Truth is: Angola, Louisiana, you’re the one
[Verse 4: Gil Scott-Heron]
Well, I can’t tell a man not to defend himself
Not at this late stage
Can’t tell a man he got no rights, nowhere
Not in this day and age
This song may not touch a whole lot of people
Persuaded by the truth
But take a look at what’s going on, people
‘Cause this all could happen to you, yeah
[Verse 5: Gil Scott-Heron]
Truth is me, now
I’ve been painting a picture of Angola, Louisiana
Down in St. Charles Parish, where the sun won’t go alone
Yeah, but injustice is not confined to Angola, Louisiana
Well, it can be in your living room
Brother Tyler, hold on, be strong, you’re not alone!
Said I got a letter from his mother that said, “Please, say something to my son!”
Truth is: well, Angola, Louisiana, you’re the one
[Verse 6: Gil Scott-Heron]
Seem like, I say it again
Angola, Louisiana sure ‘nough the one
Never been another one like that one, seem like
Angola, Louisiana sure ‘nough the one
The city blues is sure ‘nough news down there
Angola, Louisiana sure ‘nough the one
One for Louise, don’t forget Ana please
Angola, Louisiana, say
[Verse 7: Gil Scott-Heron]
Well, I’m doing fine ‘cause could have been doing time, yeah
Angola, Louisiana, say, “Hey, hey now”
I could have been pulling time down near where the sun sure ‘nough don’t shine, yeah
Angola, Louisiana feel like, well
I’m doing fine. I could have been pulling time
I’m doing fine, but I could have been pulling time
Well, I’m doing fine, thank you. I could have been pulling time
I’m doing fine. Could have been pulling time, now
ΑΝΤΙ' Salute
Thank you!
Smooth bro Gil, miss you man.
True legend.....R.I.P..
Simply loving what you did....thanks GIL from Italy
I'm glad Gary is free, I been painted a picture thanks to Gil.
the groove in this song is addicting
PM Dawn sampled this album in his song titled "Paper Doll"...I liked this when PM Dawn used this sample in his song but was ignorant of who Gil Scott Heron was...just learned he is the Mastermind of this exceptionally groovy beat...
Brother Gary Tyler has been released from the hellhole that is Angola. I only wish that Gil Scott-Heron and his brother Denis were alive to see this day…but somehow I am sure they know
Praise be to God. I was also paying attention and rejoiced greatly, though it doesn't abdicate how corrupt the powers that be are and how much life taken from Gary Tyler which can never be taken back. Power.
Collier Woods what happened guys? I love this artist I wanna know what happened to his family or friends
I don't know that much about Gil's end. I heard he had addiction issues. His early work is so cutting edge and just completely unique, but I know that later in the 70s that kind of style wasn't popular in any demographic and also his writing lost its edge, which was maybe a sign of the times changing.
So he had money problems, problems with his art, problems with hard drugs. I've always loved him and his work though, Angola among my top 5. I was sorry hear he had passed.
Music Potpourri really I think his work is great
As do I, my friend. His songs changed my life and fuel it to this day.
One of the best artists of all time .. And not so many know that !!
Exactly
"I'm Doing Fine, Could Have Been Doing Time." Every Afikan here in the "hells of north amerikkka" who's not doing time knows what Brother Gil is talking about.
Classic. So much passion, soul and skill.
I AINT NEVER BEEN NO WHERE NEAR ANGOLA LOUISIANA DOWN IN ST CHARLES PARISH WHERE THE SUN WONT GO ALONE BUT INJUSTICE IS NOT CONFINED TO ANGOLA LOUISIANA IT CAN WALK IN YOUR LIVING ROOM..(cut on your TV.the one in your living room.MN,TX,GA,DC,etc.Rest in Peace GIL SCOTT HERON.Love&Peace😎😁luv ya boy eJ
Oh yeah babe! Those were the days! JUST D'AAAMN! I grew up in a time and era that was soooo fucking bad as hell, when it came to music, art, and literature -- right in the heart of "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" by Gil Scott-Heron. Hellooo ... Anybody know what I'm talk'n bout!?
Millenials, no need to reply. Y'all don't nothing bout what I'm say'n. But ay least you got yo rap music -- talk'n loud and say'n nothin.
When he said he got a letter from his mother that said please say something to my son.... I was SHHHEEEEEEEEEEEEIIIIIIIIITTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT...... THIS MAN. If Gil Scott is not what you consider fire, don't speak to me. He was a real one.
What a bass line brother
No bass player credit on this song! Is that for real?
Only says Brian Jackson keyboard bass (synthesizer)
Could be like the classic Stevie Wonder funk bass sound.
The man. Such a great tune!
Albert Woodfox of Angola 3 released today after 43+ years incarcerated in solitary confinement .
+bigfinewomanful I was hoping I wasn't the only one thinking about it!
+Waransoo Rest assured you are not the only one.
+bigfinewomanful Great Good News! Thakx for shraing.
Injustice at its highest level.
PM dawns paper doll looped this classic
Today 2017...we are all doing time...in 3-D-lockdown!...That's right Family!
yep
No! We've all been doing time since the beginning of....
Especially while in the physical...
Yes; the 1st time I heard of him was in 1978 - Angel dust was popular and played in Houston - Magic 102 , but then one evening I during that time I was listening to KTSU …. And I heard Angola …. And this also in Htown there were protesting for Jose Campos Torres and Milton Glover later in the years not much pub.
Yes he is the GOAT and Brian Jackson
It's practically criminal how under the radar Gil's career was. One of this country's most important songwriters. His songs meant something.
Magnificent Masterpiece Trully Designed To Devastate Your Soul
GSH music is so, deep.
Gary Tyler was finally freed today!
Beautiful words from one of the best. RIP
This whitey Says what a truly GREAT MAN ..... thanks for the images. RIGHT-ON.
Gary Tyler is free! 4/30/16 :) :)
RIP Gil. Love this track.
Easy listen of GILS SOUNDS GOOD.
Gil Scot Heron knew this , that never goes away. Until now. Let's go
Man gil scott heron was a talented brotha 👍👍!! Shame those drugs & alcohol eventually took him down!! A LEGENDARY, ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME VOICE & SOUND!! THEY'LL NEVER BE ANOTHER LIKE HIM!!
facts, drugs made him what he was though…
Gary Tyler is now free. after 42 years.
IT SEEMS WHOMEVER WRITES AND SINGS ABOUT THE ATROCITIES COMMITTED IN THESE USA AGAINST THE DOWN TRODDEN COME TO A EARLY DEMISE HISTORY REPEATS ITSELF. RIP BROTHER U MUSIC LIVES ON.
Happy for him.
@@thomasdecker1643 truth is some validity.
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For the love and all our brothers who's doing time
Used this song in the classroom in classes on law and justice. No one ever asked to go to the bathroom while the music played and the truth unfolded out of the gloom.
Pm Dawn- Paper Doll!! Prince P!! Great sampling!!
a true masterpiece
It Can Walk in your living room if its around your home! Gil Always Was Tuned Into World Struggles
Great song. Secrets is kinda an underrated album of his Brian Jackson era albums
It would be great to see this song with clips of the Angola 3, Albert Woodfox (who has already served 43 years in solitary confinement, regardless of how many times a judge has ordered his release), and the view now of Angola re-constructed to imprison thousands of (mainly) black men in SHUs as slave labor for the State of Louisiana.
Joy Wilder The song is about the prison, one of the harshest penal institutions in the US, located in one of the harshest states in the Union, and represents the black stain on the penal practices of the United States. The Angloa 3 are but one of the many injustices of such an institution. Gil Scott had it right.
Heavy.
Brother Gill is absolutely our example. We will always love him.
Boston Globe listed this song today as a sort-of song for the moment. As a Gil fan, I'm ashamed I didn't know it. Glad to have found it.
While I am glad you have found this and am glad that the Boston Globe has listed it, the song has always been about the brutality of the penal system of the United States. The over-sentencing epidemic that has raged for 60 years across the United States, including and especially the torturous backwater of Louisiana. This song is NOT about race. It is about police and prison brutality. I am glad you have discovered the song. Now go on to discover the other great Gil Scott-Heron's songs. A very troubled, conflicted artist who I have loved from the first day he released his first track.
@@restless94110 Thanks, man. Heavily into GSH. Just got his debut on vinyl, and last year finished his autobiography. Been sharing some of his tunes on social media, too. I teach in the prison system here in my home state and see this up close. And when I get too down, I put on "I Think I'll Call it Morning," as I did yesterday. Be Well, JW
@@jjw12562 Good on you. My favorite has always been "Home is Where the Hatred Is" Several months ago, UK music magazine, Mojo, had a piece on Gil through the eyes of his creative partner who is still alive. Gil was a pioneering artist and I have always loved his delivery and the intelligence of his lyrics.
@@restless94110 Yes, "Home" is a devastating tune. Need to check out Gil's work with Brian Jackson a little more. More gems mixed in there, too.
Love
Gil = voice / thought/ insight/ vision
....pulled the vinyl out, the only format I have him on.
I love❤
Timeless...
When he says Angola, Louisiana it sounds beautiful. But we all know what a horror Angola really is.
“...one for Louis, don’t forget Anna - Please” 🔥🇿🇦
Would you mind explaining your comment? Who is Louis? Who is Anna? Thanks
@@restless94110 Listen @ 4:45 - 4:50_Cool fadeout to an epic song.
Wow. Now that is something I never picked up in 50 years. I think it is Louise though, not Louis. Who is Anna? Who is Louise? Do you know?
Love uuu gil!!! ☝️
Love this man 😍
My favorite record by the Master poet🔥🔥🔥2022
Boss groove on this tune....sad story behind it aswell.
Je l adore..
THANKH YOU !!!!!!! Brilliant Video & Song !!!!
I saw him in concert in New York.❤️👍
It's now 2018 and it are worst in 3-D-lockdown!.
Great tunes!
I don't take antidepressants i just listen to this song really listen with my eyes close
Very nice
Pure magic
Danish police pure Godot