Sly and the Family Stone was the first major rock-soul band to have a sexually and racially integrated lineup and this song was prescient. Most of us know them from songs like Everyday People, Dance to the Music and Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin). This song, Don't Call Me Nigger, Whitey, told a very different story than the more upbeat dance jams they were known for. Listen and pay attention.

Don't Call Me Nigger, Whitey!

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