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March 27, 2009

"Recession music": anthems to cheap living and economic woes

Musicians in many music genres are releasing songs celebrating the frugal life and lamenting corporate greed and government bailouts, writes Washington Post music critic J. Freedom du Lac.

Rappers like Young Jeezy and Jadakiss aren't talking about spending cheese --- now they're talking about economic matters in "Circulate" and "Hard Times".

But it's not just hip hop --- rocker Neil Young, folk singer Tom Paxton have penned their own financial and economic laments. Despite his name, even country star John Rich got into the act with "Shuttin' Down Detroit".

Certainly these aren't the only songs celebrating frugal lifestyles but I have to say this seems like a welcome departure from songs about conspicuous consumption, like "Whatever You Like" by TI.

Posted by Liz Kay at 6:03 AM | Permalink | Comments (0)
Categories: Cheap/Frugal, Economy, Odds & Ends

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