Strange fruit e sua relação com a questão racial.

Abstract

Racial prejudice is a problem that has been debated and fought for a long time, although, unfortunately, it still persists today. Many people continue to feel superior to others just because of the lower amount of melanin present in their skin. To face this type of prejudice, several tools have been used throughout history, with music being one of the most versatile. Among his functions, the ability to express repudiation and revolt in relation to social issues stands out. In this context, the song Strange Fruit emerged as one of the most influential protest songs of the twentieth century, especially in the fight against racism. In order to deepen the knowledge on the subject, this research sought to answer the following question: how do the lyrics of the song Strange Fruit contribute to denounce the racial prejudice that occurred in the South of the United States? The study aimed to analyze the difficulties faced by the black population in the region and the sacrifices necessary to ensure their survival. The methodology adopted was of a documentary nature, based on the analysis of the lyrics of the song as the main source. At the end of the research, it is concluded that music exerts a great influence on people, being able to transmit teachings that go beyond generations. This is evident in Strange Fruit, a song released in the last century to denounce racism, but which, even today, remains current by addressing issues that continue to challenge contemporary society.