Truth2Power: Common - "From dark roads he rose, to become a hero"

Artist: Common Song: Glory Released: December 11, 2014

Lyric:

From dark roads he rose, to become a hero

Context (via Genius):

King rose from humble roots and achieved remarkable goals, including winning a Nobel Peace Prize. During a very dark time in history, he became a figurehead, a hero, and a martyr for Black Americans.

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