Michael Franti is not a unknown artist to me, but I have never listened to him with the knowledge of who he was and for what he stood.
Well technically I only knew one song, "Oh My God."
Franti's music seems to be inspired by all types of music. There is definitely influence from R&B, hip hop, reggae, alternative, jazz, with big hints of Ben Harper, Wycleff from the Fugees solo projects, and so much more.
Franti doesn't just make music to make music, but his lyrics come with meaning to the world, reminiscent of Bob Marley. In the year 2000, Franti decided to try and go without shoes for 3 days to toughen up his feet and see what it is like in poverty. A barefoot 10 years later, he has launched a number of campaigns and concerts to provide shoes for the needy.
If you are a fan of some good and chill music, check him out.
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