“Set Us Free” is a powerful socially conscious hip-hop record that blends reflective lyricism with a soulful, spiritual hook. Shyan Selah and Talib Kweli deliver vivid verses addressing mass incarceration, systemic injustice, and the lingering impact of slavery and the war on drugs. The song balances political commentary with hope, resilience, and spiritual reflection, placing it firmly in the lineage of classic conscious hip-hop.
