"Changes" is a song by Tupac Shakur, released in 1998 on his album "Greatest Hits." It was written and recorded in 1992, and features a sample of Bruce Hornsby's song "The Way It Is." In "Changes," Tupac addresses the issues of racism, violence, and social injustice, and calls for unity and change in society.
The song begins with Tupac rapping about the struggles he faced growing up in poverty and experiencing racism. He speaks about the frustration and anger he felt towards a system that seemed stacked against him and his community. "I see no changes, wake up in the morning and I ask myself / Is life worth living, should I blast myself?" Tupac raps, expressing his disillusionment with the world.
Despite these challenges, Tupac remains hopeful that things can change for the better. He speaks about the power of education and knowledge, and the importance of speaking out against injustice. "We gotta make a change / It's time for us as a people to start makin' some changes / Let's change the way we eat, let's change the way we live / And let's change the way we treat each other," he raps, urging listeners to take action and work towards creating a better world.
Throughout the song, Tupac also addresses the issue of violence and the cycle of retaliation that often occurs in communities plagued by poverty and crime. He speaks about the dangers of retaliation, and encourages listeners to seek non-violent solutions to conflicts. "I see no changes, all I see is racist faces / Misplaced hate makes disgrace to races / We under, I wonder what it takes to make this / One better place, let's erase the wasted / Take the evil out the people, they'll be acting right," he raps, expressing his desire for a more peaceful and harmonious society.
In "Changes," Tupac presents a powerful and thought-provoking message about the issues facing society and the need for change. His lyrics are raw and emotional, and speak to the struggles and challenges that many people face in their lives. Despite the challenges he faced, Tupac remained hopeful and determined to make a difference, and his message continues to resonate with listeners to this day.
