Panther Tracks

“Yankee and the Brave” by Run the Jewels

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Crista Alarcon

English teacher Whitney Shoemaker is currently listening to “Yankee and the Brave” by Run the Jewels. The song deals with gang violence.

Micah Freeman, Staff Writer

English teacher Whitney Shoemaker is listening to “Yankee and the Brave” by Run the Jewels.

“My daughter really likes the song and does a special dance for it,” Shoemaker said.

The song starts with an intro reminiscent of coming back from a commercial break before immediately going into a fast-paced beat. The song deals with themes of gang violence. It points out how the violence can be over pointless things.

“It has a great beat to it as well,” Shoemaker said.

Run the Jewels is a hip-hop duo that debuted in 2013. They are known for political commentary in their music. Their most popular album is their first titled “Run The Jewels.” “Yankee and the Brave” is on their newest album.

If you want a catchy song with commentary on gang violence, listen to “Yankee and the Brave” by Run the Jewels.