A number of R&B/soul singers including Luke James, Kelly Price, and Stacy Francis have joined Chaka Khan on a just released song and video dedicated to the life of slain Florida teen Trayvon Martin.
Aptly titled “Fear Kills. Love Heals,” the effort is a re-cut of Chaka Khan’s song “Super Life.”
The song and video were recorded in Hollywood Sunday, put together within 48hrs notice to send a message Khan hopes will resonate with children, adults and the world at large.
“I really feel strongly about our children, period, and their safety. And this is children of every color. We’re concerned about children’s safety,” Khan told Piers Morgan Monday night.
A project completely from the heart, Khan went on to say this is not about money but is an effort “to raise awareness in children and adults and everybody that you can’t judge a person by what he’s wearing.”
With that said, Khan and talent like Eva Marcille, Loretta Devine, and Angela Bassett wear hoodies in the video. Showing solidarity, they pull off their hoods to reveal their faces and state their names.
The poignant message “Fear Kills. Love Heals.” closes out the video.
On February 26, 2012, the nation was shaken when an unarmed teenager named Trayvon Martin was shot and killed in Sanford, Florida. In response to this tragic event, a number of singers have come together with a powerful message: justice for Trayvon Martin. Luke James and Kelly Price are just two of these artists who are using their platform to spread awareness about police brutality and racial profiling. Through their music and activism, they hope that one day there will be true equality for all people. This article examines how Luke James and Kelly Price’s collaboration is uniting voices across generations to fight for justice.
From Grammy-winning R&B star Luke James’ “They Gon’ Wanna Come” featuring his mentor Beyoncé to multi-platinum selling artist Kelly Price’s recent single dedicated to Trayvon Martin called “Sing Pray Love,” both musicians have used their craft as a way to express their support for the movement against systemic racism and police violence. By collaborating on musical records that draw attention to injustice towards African Americans, they seek to create greater unity between communities nationwide while also encouraging others to join them in taking action against hate crimes such as those experienced by Trayvon Martin.
In addition to creating new songs about the tragedy of Trayvon Martin’s death, James and Price have worked hard in other ways including public service announcements, fundraising events, rallies, interviews, and more; all done with the goal of achieving justice not only for young black men like Trayvon but also extending equal rights protection under the law regardless of race or gender. Together they stand united in their mission: no one should ever again experience what happened eight years ago in Sanford, Florida on February 26th 2012.
Background Of The Movement
The movement to remember Trayvon Martin began after his senseless death in 2012. He was an unarmed 17-year-old African American boy who was fatally shot by George Zimmerman, a neighborhood watchman. This incident sparked outrage and the need for justice across America as people united against racism and racial profiling. In response, many celebrities have taken action to raise awareness of this tragedy.
Luke James, Kelly Price, Ledisi and other notable singers joined forces to create “We Are Trayvon” which is a single dedicated to honoring Trayvon’s memory and advocating change towards equality. The song is filled with powerful lyrics that encourage listeners to not be silent about injustice or violence targeted at minorities. Aside from music, various organizations were founded such as the Trayvon Martin Foundation, which works to educate youth on how to interact peacefully with law enforcement and prevent similar tragedies from occurring again.
The impact of this movement has been far reaching; it has opened up conversations surrounding police brutality, racism and civil rights all over the world. It has also led to new legislation being passed including Florida’s Stand Your Ground Law being repealed in 2020 – making these issues more visible than ever before.
Celebrities Showing Support
The fight for justice around Trayvon Martin’s death has been bolstered by many influential figures in the entertainment industry. Luke James, Kelly Price, Ledisi and other notable singers released “We Are Trayvon” to honor his memory and advocate for change. The song is an anthem of hope that speaks to issues such as racism and police brutality.
Actors like Anthony Anderson have also taken a stand against injustice. He was part of the Every 28 Hours Play Project which produces plays about victims of police violence every 28 hours – creating awareness of these ongoing tragedies. Several celebrities have even gone so far as to march at rallies or provide support on social media platforms such as Twitter or Instagram with hashtags like #BlackLivesMatter or #JusticeForTrayvonMartin.
This widespread celebrity support helps bring attention to the movement for justice surrounding Trayvon Martin’s death and keeps it alive today. Through music, art and activism, they are amplifying a message of unity and raising awareness towards this cause all over the world.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the movement to honor Trayvon Martin has been embraced by many celebrities. Luke James, Kelly Price, and a host of other artists have joined forces with Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin in an effort to spread awareness about his tragic death. Their message is simple: justice must be served for all victims of unjustified violence.
As a society, it’s our responsibility to ensure that innocent people are not targeted because of their race or skin color. We need to do everything we can to end racism and police brutality in our communities. It takes more than just words; it takes action on behalf of those who don’t have much power in the system. Celebrities like Luke James and Kelly Price are leading the charge by bringing attention to this issue through their music and public appearances.
Trayvon Martin was taken from us too soon but his legacy will live on forever thanks to dedicated activists like these musicians. By joining forces, they’re standing up for what’s right and fighting injustice wherever they find it. Through their activism and powerful messages, they remind us that no one should ever have to endure such tragedy again.
