Fight the Power, Pts. 1 & 2

About Fight the Power, Pts. 1 & 2

"Fight the Power" is an iconic protest anthem by The Isley Brothers, released on May 31, 1975, as the lead single from their album The Heat Is On. The song achieved remarkable commercial success, topping the R&B singles chart and peaking at number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100, demonstrating its broad appeal across different audiences and demographics. The song's creation was deeply rooted in the social and political climate of the 1970s. Guitarist Ernie Isley drew inspiration from the post-Civil Rights era challenges .

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About this song

Credited to

The Isley Brothers

Album

The Heat Is On · Track 1 of 7 · Opens the album

Released

August 21, 1975

Duration

5:19

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From the album: The Heat Is On