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June 4, 2019

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“When They See Us” Soundtrack

Words have so much power and often control the narrative in which we view the world. A common theme in the wonderfully constructed Netflix mini-series “When They See Us”, directed by Ava DuVernay. The combination of clever, thought-provoking words and phrases, providing intense lyrics to a masterful beat, produces music that stirs up raw emotions that no other entity can create.

Now picture scenes of Harlem, in 1989. No better way to capture the emotions of upper Manhattan than to showcase the music that echoed in the streets, blasting out of headphones plugged into Walkman’s, permeating the NYC air from stereo sound waves. The soundtrack to “When They See Us” features hip hop gold that ignites the feelings of rage, revolt, and pain that the nation felt during the late 80s as they witnessed a shocking trial that consumed everyone.

Actor Jharrel Jerome playing the role of Korey Wise.

DuVernay takes us on the journey of five black and Latino boys who were wrongfully convicted of brutally raping Trisha Meili, a 28-year-old white woman, in Central Park. In this heartbreaking true story, audiences witness the horrific experiences that confronted Antron McCray, Kevin Richardson, Korey Wise, Raymond Santana, and Yusef Salaam. The “Central Park Five” spent between six and fourteen years in detainment before being exonerated and receiving a 41-million-dollar settlement.

Ava DuVernay, Director of “When They See Us”

Throughout the series, the music accentuates the cries out for justice which all too common, are nonexistent. Here is a list of the iconic sap songs inside one of the most impactful televisions and media series this year.