It Takes A Nation of Millions To Hold Us Back

*It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back* is a groundbreaking 1988 hip-hop album by Public Enemy, widely regarded as one of the most influential and politically charged records in music history. Combining aggressive, sample-heavy production by The Bomb Squad with Chuck D's commanding, socially conscious lyrics and Flavor Flav's energetic delivery, the album addresses systemic racism, media manipulation, and Black empowerment. Its revolutionary sound and unapologetic message solidified Public Enemy as pioneers of conscious rap and cultural provocateurs.