Artwork by Hebru Brantley
Lupe has always been a fighter for things he feels passionately about. His track record more than proves that. And his latest single “Mission” is another notch in his belt against his personal opps. Here he goes head on with the most deadly force in the world – cancer. This track is dedicated to the survivors and those who struggle with the disease daily. This is something each and everyone of has been affected by in one way or another, so it should hit home for all of us.
“Mission” is a track to empower those facing cancer, revere cancer survivors and remember those who have passed to due to cancer related illnesses. With an inspiring introduction from various cancer survivors telling their story, anchored by legendary singer/songwriter and cancer survivor Charlie Wilson, “Mission” has Lupe Fiasco expressing stories of the emotional burden of cancer, while also working to uplift those in an effort to help fight the disease. In support of “Mission,” Lupe has joined Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C), a grassroots movement to raise funds to accelerate the pace of cancer research, as a celebrity ambassador. Together, Lupe and Stand Up To Cancer are planning various collaborations tied to the track that will be unveiled later this year.
Buy it at midnight on iTunes, but for now stream below.