Grandmaster Melle Mel & The Furious Five - We Don't Work For Free

Year Released: 1984 (from the album Grandmaster Melle Mel & The Furious Five)
Genre: Hip Hop, Electro-Funk.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "We Don't Work For Free" is another impactful track from Grandmaster Melle Mel & The Furious Five's 1984 album. This song stands out for its direct and unapologetic message about the financial realities and value of their work in the burgeoning hip-hop industry. Musically, it combines the powerful, often sparse beats of early 80s hip hop with the distinct vocal delivery of Melle Mel and the Furious Five. The track functions as both a declaration of their worth and a commentary on the economics of being an artist, reflecting the challenges and aspirations of pioneering hip-hop artists seeking fair compensation for their revolutionary art form.