The way it is (1986)



A great piece of music,  about social and political themes, with a memorable piano performance.

From the album: The way it is.

Release date: September, 1986.

Songwriter: Bruce Hornsby.

The way it is, is like a protest song, emphasizing in themes such like: unemployment, social class, racism, civil rights. Bruce Hornsby manages to send this message in a clever way. The piano chords are the oppose to the lyrical content: they sound relaxing, calm, so comfort...like sweet sounds to your hears. Hornsby´s piano perfomance is the highlight of this song.

OUTCOME:

One of the most recognizable songs about protest and disagreement on how cruel the society can be. Despite being released in 1986, this song can apply on nowadays situations. Hornsby´s famous song, and of course, one of the best piano songs ever made. 

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