Kidz In The Hall are taking hip hop back to its political roots, as they recently made a song in support of Barack Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign.
The song, titled Work to Do, can be heard in HipHopDX’s Audio Section . In addition, you can see the newly recorded video and get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the song in our Video Section.
Kidz In The Hall member Naledge spoke on the project with great enthusiasm: “From Chicago’s Southside, to The University of Pennsylvania, Kidz In The Hall has always promoted positive change in American communities through social action. The message at the forefront of this soulful anthem is that no one should settle for less than success, because each one of us has the ability to change this world for the better. Work To Do is not necessarily a song that was meant as a ‘campaign song,’ but more so a philosophy on how to approach life in general. I think much of what is wrong in my community is that hope has been lost by many of my peers. What many fail to realize is that one person can control his or her own destiny, it just requires due diligence and the ability to fight adversity. I happen to think that Barack Obama embodies everything that is promising for the future of our nation and represents the hope I sought to speak on in the song. Being from Chicago, I have seen his rise to prominence first hand and I can honestly say that I believe he is the best option for our next president.”
“We are thrilled to participate in this historic and meaningful race for the presidency in support of Senator Obama,” said Matt Marcus, president of Major League Entertainment “Kidz In The Hall and Senator Obama both stand for hard work, focus, and honesty, while acting as advocates for those less fortunate. We hope the song Work To Do can help spread the Barack Obama message. This song could not be a better fit.”
In related news, Kidz In The Hall’s sophmore LP, The In Crowd, will be released in March 2008 on Major League/Duck Down Records.
