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"The Ghetto" is a socially conscious, mostly instrumental jazz-flavored anthem, released as the first single off American soul singer Donny Hathaway's debut album, Everything Is Everything, released as a single in 1969 on Atlantic Records. The song was co-written by Hathaway and Leroy Hutson.
- "The Ghetto, Pt. 2"
- 1969
- 1969
- Soul jazz
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The Ghetto Lyrics: Woo hoo, mm / Mmhmm / Yes, this is the ghetto / Sure enough now / Mmhmm / Mmhmm, mmm / Oh oh oh / Ah yeah / Mm / Don't you know that's all right yeah / Yeah / Ah, yeah (Hey!)
May 13, 2024 · “The Ghetto” is a soulful and poignant song written and performed by the legendary singer-songwriter Donny Hathaway. Released in 1970, the track quickly became an anthem for social justice and shed light on the struggles faced by African Americans living in inner-city neighborhoods at the time.
Donny Hathaway’s “The Ghetto” serves as a timeless reminder of the power of music to convey the experiences and stories of marginalized communities. It stands as a testament to the endurance and strength of the human spirit, and a call to embrace the unique cultures and narratives that shape our society.
