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The Message

Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five

The Message: dramatic rap or hip-hop track with rhythmic delivery and strong group-singalong appeal.

Group friendly

Hip-Hop Male Mid 1980s

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At a glance

Karaoke fit

Difficulty 7/10

Hard

Crowd 5/10

Mixed reaction

Singalong 5/10

Moderate

Best voice: Male Mid
Best setting: Showcase moment
Performance: Solo or group
Availability: Widely available

Recommendation

Should you sing it?

Go with “The Message” when you can stay with the words and still connect with the room. Its biggest advantage is that the crowd can recognize the payoff and come in naturally.

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