Rainforest

Chicago rapper and activist Noname releases ‘Rainforest’, an anti-capitalist anthem for our planet’s prosperity. It’s her first drop since responding to J. Cole in ‘Song 33’ and once again she doesn’t pull any punches.

She addresses problems with modern capitalism and climate change, as they are both inherently racial issues disproportionately affecting minority groups. Noname takes aim at billionaires, colonisers and everyone still making excuses for them.

“They turned a natural resource into a bundle of cash // Made the world anti-black, then divided the class”

Produced by The Kount, the track has a slight tropical texture and an upbeat strum keeping the tune constantly rolling. Despite its damning message, ‘Rainforest’ encourages us to dance and remember that our lives are we want them to be. Plus, as you’d expect from the owner of Noname’s Book Club, she pulls on multiple literature references, from Huey P. Newton to Dr. Seuss. 

The past year has roared with the music of injustice. Noname continues to contribute to its most nuanced highlights. Look out for her sophomore LP Factory Baby coming soon.