Marlon Craft - State of the Union, Part. II (Official Music Video)

one year later. STREAM SOTU PART II: lnk.to/StateOfTheUnion2
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shot and edited by Jacob Carlson
produced by xm∆ne + Arbus Beats
mixed by Bradley "Dula" Post
mastered by Lee La Roc @ Rocstar Studios
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[@TRM1112]

Marlon Craft should be protected at all costs.

[@theherbpuffer]

This comment is used too loosely but couldn't be used better here.

[@BangerisNewGod]

He is

[@rosiegigglesestablished1969]

I was thinking that same thought.. I'm surprised after part 1 he's still around.

[@Jaeboi89]

He is , he turned off the dislikes 😆🤦🏼‍♂️

[@hbg99x]

Wuuuuuurd. He's the new Zach De La Rocha. #Facts

[@erichimmelheber]

"Healing's not a feeling, it's a process. Progress not an object, it's a concept. Humanity's a conscience, not a contest." Chills.

[@FunkyFreshhh]

It's how they sell paper straws and electric cars, the feeling of progress in object form. Shit does jack all for the world in reality.. Makes us *feel* nice tho

[@NN-sp9tu]

@@FunkyFreshhh If we don’t switch to electric cars now how are we going to get rid of CO2 emissions from vehicles when the grid goes toward renewables? I get what you’re saying but switching to EVs is a bad example

[@Stargazer86m]

@@NN-sp9tu Focus on hydrogen and other solutions? Downsize households with more than 2 cars. Force producers to standardise products as much as possible, enforce right to repair, focus on less scarce and less polluting resources than lithium, build more trains and less highways. EVs are great example. They give illusion that they can solve a problem, when in the reality, that's as far from permanent solution almost as gasoline. If you don't trust me, check out the lithium industry.

[@FunkyFreshhh]

Was just boutta reply with that basically aha cheers for writing it for me hombre. Oh also cars are just inherently flawed, they take up large physical space, building more roads doesn't solve congestion. Individual motors, rubber wheels that wear down, traffic accidents and that's not even mentioning how much our communal areas have been taken by cars with roads. A large portion of the physical area around me is no longer safe for me... Unless I buy their product. Fun fact, automakers lobbied to make jaywalking a crime.

[@NN-sp9tu]

@@Stargazer86m good point. I didn’t know about hydrogen cars

[@CoolHandLukeDuke]

I wish that a song like this could go viral, but most of America isn't ready for the truth still. Respect.

[@14zapotokw]

The first one went ultra viral. It was on news stations and everything. I'd take a bet he's hoping for this one to blow too

[@brandoncukrow4033]

@@Lisa-tz2th Especially in Hungary which killed its democracy with Orban

[@jesseertman3889]

100%

[@scrapcoop115]

100

[@360.Tapestry]

and what will that do? just another dopamine hit to consume and move on hehe

[@dr.madthumbz2689]

I'm 40, hip-hop head all my life. This one is special, this kid is different. Support this MC

[@liamwinchesterchasten2229]

In a world full of lies, speaking TRUTH is truly an act of revolution! ✊

[@musrykidd4582]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJjLq3p6iLmKsMU

[@someymix]

what truth

[@liamwinchesterchasten2229]

@@musrykidd4582 Your music is really good! I just suscribed.

[@musrykidd4582]

@@liamwinchesterchasten2229 Thank you so much brother I try …FYI I do everything myself from the beat to the words again highly appreciate u

[@a_diamond]

Speaking truth has *always* been a revolutionary act...

[@awkwardlyrachel5524]

As another "old" lady here, I'm truly impressed with this artist. The lyrics had me pausing the song to screenshot or write down or just THINK about them an extra second before moving on. Marlon Craft is speaking truth to power exactly the way progressive leaders MUST in order for We the People to actually hear them above the monotonous drone of our lives, punctuated regularly by the hysterical rantings of TV "personalities". Never forget that ALL change is uncomfortable, whether good or bad. We must accept that our lives need to change in order for our SPECIES to continue thriving, and the longer we wait, the more drastic the changes will have to be.

[@classwarhooligan923]

You’ll like the lyrics in the songs that I compile in this playlist. m.kzbin.info/aero/PLp2qPlw06xn9ohPCkXXTVEJPZ6c__EWkO

[@habitualforeigner]

I recently retired from and education and career in social sciences, social service, and work among marginalized rural minorities, migrants, refugees, in the US and underdeveloped countries, and am humbled by your comprehensive clarity and force. I just saw you on Ari Melber, and hope many who don't regularly follow this genre will listen to you and stand up. Stay strong!

[@lazar.vision]

so you lived off others your whole life and even teach non-natives to do the same. great, sure some lbtqb$ person pats you on the back every day👏

[@dantesins2458]

This is one of those tracks they should still be playing 50 years from now in all types of lists. Incredible craftmanship bleeding through the bars, cadence and flow. You're a huge inspiration man.

[@thacrypt223]

It instantly went into a list I have with mostly old school, boom bap rap. Why? I already know I will still be listening to it 50 years from now.

[@kj12345671]

Too bad the message aged like bread.

[@bhoffman8984]

Man enough to admit this shit just brought me to tears.

[@yungbeast3308]

🐱🤣🤣🤣🤣😎

[@bhoffman8984]

@@yungbeast3308 I know it's hard for some people to be as secure in themselves as I am. Hopefully one day you'll get there and drop the fake machismo toxicity. Best of luck to you.

[@jowsmith1904]

BETA BOYTEARS.

[@theherbpuffer]

Men don't cry where I'm from.

[@furiousapplesack]

@@theherbpuffer Are you from outer space?

[@mikalovelace5433]

Damnmmmn Marlon I am blown away…. Powerful……I am simply blown away! Magnificent work here.

[@drunkpaulocosta9301]

Remind me to come find you when hell freezes over because with a smile like that you could melt the whole earth

[@yungbeast3308]

Part 1 is 100x better

[@classwarhooligan923]

You’ll like the lyrics in the songs that I compile in this playlist. m.kzbin.info/aero/PLp2qPlw06xn9ohPCkXXTVEJPZ6c__EWkO

[@omnipotentpumpkin9755]

"What if instead of pretending we harness that fight and that feul to be all that we pretend to be" Lots to unpack in this one!

[@DepressedAI]

Marlon has cemented himself as a pillar in hip hop and rap. He still has so much more left show, but God everytime he steps out he shows why his passion and talent is needed. I'm just happy to witness it.

[@RICKYDACHEDDABLOCK]

These songs always hit different

[@Oooo-bi7bi]

We are witnessing one of those artists that comes along every 100 years so.

[@lazar.vision]

you mean like freddie mercury or falco, lol continue dreaming

[@briancastillo5577]

The definition of g.o.a.t. 🤝

[@briancastillo5577]

@lazar.vision, u listen to gay ass music on God.

[@furiousapplesack]

"I'd rather smile in the fire than languish in levity." Fuckin' LOVE that line, it put a smile on my face without hesitation. Every line is great. Here because of Ari yet again, thanks for going on there to contribute, because most of that mainstream crew are exactly the types of people this song is about.

[@thacrypt223]

Deeeep!

[@lindaozenbaugh9794]

I saw this kid on The Beat with Ari Melber! I was so impressed with his talent. Even though I'm old I will be on the lookout for his music. Linda

[@bendover2425]

Yikes MSDNC lmao stick to Marlon and turn off that cable garbage

[@robbtoyo]

Hi Linda, Marlon's got a wide variety of music. Leave a comment if you want suggestions for more of his music!

[@jimr9499]

Damn I didn't know he was on there. Marlon's one of the illest out now so I'm just glad he's getting some shine.

[@bendover2425]

@@jimr9499 I think that guy gets less views that most KZbin shows and podcasts lol I think he get 250k viewers on a good day but I’d have to check the stats

[@bendover2425]

@@jimr9499 Ari get 120k people under 56 watching his show. He might be big with the 57+ crowd now but he needs to get on some actual hip hop shows

[@Infamiz745]

Been waiting on this! That ending line tho "When is YOU gon set YOU free?" shit's POWERFUL son! Still my favorite rapper alive #Craft4Prez

[@richardarbus7763]

Marlon, here in France Émile Zola wrote "j'accuse" 1898 and shaked a whole nation wake up and fight against antisemitism. We are not done yet but someone had to start. Your lyrics are à manifest. There is so much in them so you deserve the comparaison. We need courageous people like you , that thinks for us, reveals how things are and sings it loud. Good ideas to have the subtiles for non fluent people in English. And I like the music...

[@abospitterCPT]

Looking in the mirror like “When you gonna set you free?” Daaaaammmmmnnnnn Marlon you can spit 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵

[@EvergreenMC]

This is beyond words. truly one of the greatest motivational speeches of our time. The world is in desperate need of this right now. Thank you Marlon. 💙🙏🌠🎙💙

[@lulu-fm2tp]

….and once again Marlon has just dropped the mic on the world. I hope i’m not the only one that feels the inhumanity. I look outside my window and wonder is this the beginning of the apocalypse? To end by someone else’s hand. Some days I feel so helpless. I know there is beauty and goodness out there, it just takes longer to find it.

[@brandonadams999]

Hard to feel hope when a 1/4 of the world is too selfish to put a mask on to help save somebody's Grandma. Then again I feel most people are good we just don't hear about them on the internet, news, and during social interactions bad stuff seems to sell. better.

[@maxwell4431]

Doesn't help when the airwaves are crowded with inflammatory messages that make us feel depressed and outraged. There are good things happening though!

[@yungmentalproblems]

@@brandonadams999 masks don't do shit you sheep

[@sincityblue03]

@@maxwell4431 Fauci said the masks don’t work. That’s why

[@nickd.9882]

Welcome to the repercussions. You're one of the last of a dying breed and I'm grateful for every release. Never stop, man. You're the best part of all of us.

[@carolinarises]

"I'm lookin in the mirror like when you gon set you free?" Deepest shit spoke, like I'm in living colour. ✊❤️✊

[@luguy8347]

Marlon Craft is extraordinary, I hope America has more like him. Listen to his words carefully. Very intelligent man.

[@sydneyking8438]

DUDE! Last year the Part 1 got me into your music...and how did you come so hard on part 2? This shit is most excellent, I'm going to be running it for a while to hear it all!

[@cassiusdhami9215]

For sure. It was "Gang, Gang, Gang" that got me to his music, but part 1 was awesome too! Clever, great sound, well written and extremely relevant. A lot of rappers talk about spitting truth but Craft brings it like a Tupac or Biggie... with real 💩‼️ 🔥

[@drunkpaulocosta9301]

How he come so hard? Have you heard his OG shook ones remix? Dude been coming hard since he looked like he was still yet to get pubes haha

[@drunkpaulocosta9301]

Check out his set Live From Hells Kitchen pt1,2 and 3

[@yungbeast3308]

Weak af compared to the first one

[@yungbeast3308]

I wouldn't expect a female listener to catch that tho 🤷‍♂️🤣😎

[@patiencechild22]

Let make this song go viral on Tiktok, Legend you are spiritually rich, nature will favour all you doings 🎉❤

[@patiencechild22]

The Prophet of Time

[@dozercole]

Holy freaking lyricism Batman. Marlon this was an incredible picture of this planet. You are SOMETHIN' Else.

[@elijah7]

Put this on the radio! Share it on every platform!!!!

[@davydoomz]

Damn. Craft NEVER disappoints.

[@omnipotentpumpkin9755]

For real, didn't even hesitate to click on this one!

[@pickaname29]

🔥🔥🔥

[@AtheneHolder]

AT ALL

[@Damindeater]

I thought I knew what would be coming. But nobody could anticipate how fire this would be. Marlon Crafts greatness doesn't lie in his capabilities, but in his constant improvement. As he said: Progress isn't a product but a process.

[@davydoomz]

yo, this is big truth! I knew it would be good but I was definitely not prepared for that scorcher.

[@daniellinanmolina1044]

i will never understand how he gets 4k views. he is truly one of the best MCs active right now. cant name a bad song of his

[@theherbpuffer]

Probably the best lyricist of this generation. What makes Marlon stand out against his peers is his subject matter. He speaks hard truths other artists wouldn't dare bring up.

[@crystalhazer7246]

I find his lack of hook, while being a long song, very impressive. He's so fast that he really loads up every line with words. The Part 1 got me interested in Marlon and now I'm definitely hooked. I can't imagine him ever lacking in material in yrs to come.

[@derekmorisco6004]

Thank you for speaking all the feelings I can’t translate to words. I feel you. Keep going, Marlon.

[@tylito4764]

The voice of the everyday 9-5 worker. Appreciate tf outta you.

[@epikthedawn_]

Bars on Bars on Bars on Bars

[@noway718]

I think I just held my breath for 5 minutes and 14 seconds. This shit was wild.

[@therealestvibe3798]

marlon craft! your lyricism makes u one of the goats in my eyes, you make hip hop proud my brother!

[@garyjones2214]

This brother here..is exceptional..the depth is worthy of meditation. I am moved and 👏 his wisdom is beyond his years.

[@cedricpearson2046]

I mean at this point the fact that this isn't at a millions views says more about the world we live in than anything else. The lyrical skills are incredible are among the best in rap, but even that pales in comparison to the content, concepts and messages this man serves up literally every time he touches a mic. If the world was able to properly appreciate and understand his message, he probably wouldn't need to spit. Craft is one of the few diamonds in rap, regardless of whether the world digs him or not.

[@isaacbehm5489]

I mean, it's Marlon Craft and it came out an hour ago. Of course it's not at a million, yet.

[@jayjackson6602]

Craft NEVER MISSES.

[@BeZerkaveli]

Finger pointing when we are our own enemies...

[@BOY_ANONYMOUS]

I been telling ya'll, Marlon Craft the next G.O.A.T. ✌🖤➕ These State Of Union songs are hella deep with the message. Just raw facts.

[@cassiusdhami9215]

Yeah, I'm from Canada, but this guy has objectively got it! 🔥

[@omnipotentpumpkin9755]

So much realness to unpack

[@yungbeast3308]

Lol na this ain't it 🤣🤣🤷‍♂️

[@BOY_ANONYMOUS]

@@yungbeast3308 Uff, you fr took some time out just to be hating "🤣🤣🤷‍♂️" You a clown bruh 🤡🚫🧢 You emanate hella dirty jordan 1 energy bruh lol

[@omegadre5276]

@@yungbeast3308 go listen to GUNNA THEN

[@FitzMastaflex]

The closed captioning is everything!

[@KevinMcLaren71]

I’m an Aussie that loves rock and blues. MNSBC brought me here. Most evenings I research the terrible events and beliefs plaguing your country. You have a new fan. That was beautiful, ugly subject matter but so much soul. But it struck a chord. Your artistry is sublime, your lyrics and delivery masterful, the effect you delivers on someone not into the genre and not a countryman was profound. Thank you 🙏

[@DavidWalshAlways65]

As I do with all your stuff, I watch and listen at least 5 times, before I can even try to get it all, and I get blown away by how much wisdom, and education you pack in! Thanks so much for your work!

[@kengoldsberry3263]

Keep dropping gems homie ! Craft!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@officialmatthewswim4499]

People gon hate him for speaking up, but all that he’s saying is true. Love it when rappers use their platform for speaking out like this!

[@ThisChangeIsAwful]

its rare to see ability and message married so beautifully as Marlon Craft does

[@bhaskarshivakumar]

Every year, every song, this man gives his last name DEPTH. Truly one of the greatest of all time. More power to you, Craft!

[@neemtheanimist]

This that "Perpetual state of mind" kind of Rap shit right here. I'm hoping I can make it to this level one day. Thank you Marlon. -Neem The Animist

[@kingarthur2749]

You can be homie I'm just being real with you. like I try to teach my son you have to put that work in if you are trying to get to that level that means you already have talent my friend just don't give up

[@furiousapplesack]

I immediately clicked your profile to see if you had anything uploaded and was disappointed to see there wasn't. That should change soon!

[@raulg1oni11a6]

🔥🎵🎶🇺🇲😇💥🙃💥😈🇺🇲🎶🎵🔥 Underrated is an understatement!

[@CasebyCaseProductions]

"Looking in the mirror like when you gon set you free." Brilliant.

[@johnbrantley4014]

Hold up, hold up, hold up.... play that shit back...🔥🔥

[@royalchunk943]

Gettin looped!

[@MasterMinderLp]

This the shit people of the future will analyze in school to see how fcked up our time was. Well crafted marlon!

[@BarbeeBrwn]

We won't we around to analyze anything, we will be extinct sooner than later

[@MasterMinderLp]

@@BarbeeBrwn True ✌️

[@ThisChangeIsAwful]

"we finger pointing to avoid we are own enemies" hit so hard I had to pause and contemplate that further before finishing the song. damn.

[@drunkpaulocosta9301]

Its so true. Kinda like how you guys created 9/11 by murdering millions of people. And you literally pointed the finger at Iraq and went back there.... even when thats the very mess that got you guys attacked in the first place. America will mever learn until it can own its mistakes with pride as people who know better and have learned. Like the Germans did after Hitler

[@danielday713]

You are a talent. I’m blown away.

[@robertjones8260]

Marlon needs to keep dropping conscious raps. So fire 🔥🔥🔥

[@sr1ir2am3]

"Living in the Shallow waters leads to Deepening Mistrust!" What a sense of depth in your words brother! What a feel to accept I have heard brother! How are you not more in affect on the world Brother! May you reach and soar like a jet on the whole Brother! You never cease to Amaze Marlon!

[@La3780]

Marlon is so on point. Steadily. U hear his Gang song? Startling at very first... but that makes it all so meaningful. I mean... u gotta listen to Craft’s songs a few times... let the lyrics sink in.... IMO, some of the realest stuff put out, these days... damn, I understand this man.

[@drunkpaulocosta9301]

Have you ever heard his Live From Hells Kitchen set?

[@froostypeat2346]

When something got me sayin ‘facts’ every couple bars, you just know Craft is in his element!

[@gatorkicks]

There's a reason Crafty my most listened to rapper for 2 years in a row and counting.

[@robbtoyo]

Come check out The Center from the vid description. You can get in on some exclusive songs and hear some unreleased stuff straight from Marlon!

[@bigtsstudio8662]

Top “F-ing” notch. Keep it up MC!

[@jonathanwilliams6429]

Marlon you are an amazing artist and you're music always helps me.

[@joestein72]

Thanks for the music 🎶🎵!

[@JonDenton]

Unbelievable 👏

[@LordAngello6]

Just seen you retweet this on Twitter and had to check it out. He’s pretty nice

[@FreeLeonardPeltierNow]

Intently.

[@kubatuba5306]

Joooooooon!

[@DJMAERZ]

I always have high expectations for everything he does and he just continues to exceed them with ease.

[@corpsmanup5498]

Courage comes in all forms. This man is brave, patriotic and I have his back.

[@HyperactiveNeuron]

Just saw you with Ari Melber and Michael Steele. Instantly came here for part 1 and 2. Amazing truth telling my man 🤯👍👍

[@C0UGHEE]

Speakin' with your WHOLE CHEST! 👍

[@johanngerberding5956]

jesus christ, love this guy. I hope he gets the attention he deserves one day!! he never misses

[@Aaron-ik6sy]

Absolute jam with a healthy serving of realness. Thanks bro, keep spittin fire

[@richardnelson9539]

I am 51 almost 52. Love your music!

[@CipherKenni]

Masterful. Like number 20. View 13.

[@MontyRaeSp8]

That Joe Manchin line tho... 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@starparrel229]

So deeply thankful 🥲. I had to send this to my kids and my nephews and nieces.

[@trifectaofchris]

Probably the realist shit I ever heard in my life. Every single bar is standout, somber beat fits perfectly, flow is impeccable.

[@richardnelson9539]

I have been arguing truth, for what fills my entire life. But dude I'm getting tired. Happy to see the younger generation continue to fight. Cuz it never ends man, there will be stupid always.

[@paulhoban1778]

Wise beyond your years. Respect! A fusion of good music and good message on this level is rare.

[@HokiHumby]

the greatest hip-hop artist of this generation. better than i could have imagined.

[@pk3679]

Gives me hope. I am older but don't see a lot of "wise" in my generation. Love to see that there is some coming up behind us. We need to listen and learn. Thanks Marlon for giving voice to it all.

[@CogitohErgoSum]

Marlon Craft, thank you for continuing to share your art with all of us. I see so much of me in the failures laid out in this song, but i too see the progress I've made to be a better person.

[@Solipsisms]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@boldtaa]

I feel like rap/hip hop has reached the equivalent to the rock hair band years of the 80s. Less about the music and more about displaying yourself as a rock star/rapper. In life and music. It’s relieving to know there are still true artists like Marlon spitting truth with an insane rhyme structure.

[@liamcruickshank6306]

Most underrated artist in the world.

[@freakazoid9889]

I don't always agree with all the opinions expressed in his songs, but he so poetically express points in such few words. Sometimes just understanding other opinions is just as important, like a picture being worth a thousand words, so can a bar! 🔥

[@theswamps6589]

THANK YOU. Im not one to ever judge people based on prejudice, but youre the embodiment of an American that lets me, as a non American, really feel that not all Americans are Idiots. The Idiots just yell the loudest. Dont misunderstand me, I never thought that way, but its a general theme outside of America...

[@drunkpaulocosta9301]

Most americans are just hot air and rhetoric. Marlon is a quiet exception

[@xavmiz3070]

@@drunkpaulocosta9301 "Most Americans don't end up on your TV or even KZbin. Most of us are too busy struggling to live to be your "bad guy."

[@xic777]

facts

[@theswamps6589]

@@xavmiz3070 I believe that too

[@Jabolatobola]

This deserves more credit than what’s given!💯

[@reacheruniversity4860]

Pay to learn to be in debt while the wealthy guys profits!!! DAMN WHAT A BAR!!!🎯🎯

[@cassiusdhami9215]

How is this guy not bigger/more well known? 🤔 What an intelligent, talented and sophisticated artist, speaking truth to power.... what rap is supposed to be! 🔥 #anotherbanger

[@catatestrophe7499]

Because the majority of people would rather be told what to like and do instead of thinking for themselves.

[@royalchunk943]

Oiiiii fucking come on! This guy🔥🔥🔥

[@AtheneHolder]

"LOTTA BIG CHEST GUY BEHIND DESKS WHO FORGOT THE LEGWORK" dunno what this line mean to you, but to me its the higher ups who forgot where they came from and don't walk the talk... Marlon slayed with this one, yet again

[@badger297]

Listen to this every day

[@justiceallen9592]

FACTS AND 🔥

[@_chueyee_]

W

[@billygreen3515]

Since it is memorial day I gotta stop back and listen again

[@richtlynn]

What can I say...he did it again!!!! I love you Craft!!!! Your music speaks to both my head and my heart!!!

[@Ammut6]

Emotions running DEEP in this one. Does Marlon put out cd's or is all of his music only viewable by streams?

[@1980OKOK]

He has some limited release CDs, check out The Center!

[@jkole6015]

I was gonna say mostly digital but ain’t most everything..

[@k.c1126]

He's got a website.

[@theherbpuffer]

@@jkole6015 unfortunately, but more artists should release vinyl .

[@ricksurratt9034]

He has 3 lps

[@earlybird6719]

🔥🔥🔥

[@kamikazi5144]

This is music for the soul, Marlon is needed in this industry of fakes and frauds

[@scottsmyth87ss]

I'll happily be that company, MC. 💜