Gil Scott-Heron (1949–2011) was an American poet and musician who is best known for his 1971 spoken-word recording “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised,” which critiques the stupefying effect of popular culture on political action. He is often recognized as a forefather of hip-hop because of his influential work that combines spoken-word vocal delivery with lyrics that address social issues.
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