FN308 (January 1, 1970 at 12:59 am)

Oh. Let me understand: It's ok to comment on GSH, but not if it's truly critical, is that it? Only idolatry is alolowed. Ok, then.So if it follows that GSH can comment on one addiction because he knows addiction from the "inside," that's like you calling me "fool." Right...fool?

danbeman (January 1, 1970 at 12:59 am)

nice man, i was never around in that era but i was born to be. putting the problems back then aside everything had more style, creativity and vibe, not like these days.

danbeman (January 1, 1970 at 12:59 am)

he's probably not proud of his addiction, he can relate to what it's like through experience which gives him the right to preach. plus alcoholism is far more widespread than cocaine addiction. appreciate the music fool he was touching on something that was rife within the working class black community.

imfree73 (January 1, 1970 at 12:59 am)

Just as Marvin Gaye sung "Flyin High in the Friendly Skies." Addicts understand best what a trap addiction is. We're all addicted to something, maybe not drugs, but something.

Neoconhater (January 1, 1970 at 12:59 am)

Gil knows how to spell out the true meaning of unity, love and togetherness. Just like some of the hippies, just like Bob Marley, Gil preaches the love humanity needs to never forget to embrace. He preaches it better than most people that call themselves preachers.

Neoconhater (January 1, 1970 at 12:59 am)

Yep, someone that knows the definition of addiction as good as any junkie telling it like it is!Yeah, Gil tells a great story with every poem/song!Just check out "Home Is Where The Hatred Is" for more preaching about addiction and al it teaches anyone that goes down that path. Gill is one of the great poets, he is a living legend!

E180STYARD (January 1, 1970 at 12:59 am)

It sure does bring back memories.This song is pure genius,unlike the crap that passes as "music" today.Today,the movies suck,and the music sucks.

ktel173 (January 1, 1970 at 12:59 am)

yeah man! i'm old school. the beast used to go to zoo lots in e.n.y. krookland! LOL....i remember all of that because i use to ride the front car next to the motorman and act like i was driving the train...brings back memories! the video depicts n.y.c. in the raw.

E180STYARD (January 1, 1970 at 12:59 am)

The lead rail car was either an R15 or R17.They both had the circle window on the storm door.

FN308 (January 1, 1970 at 12:59 am)

That's rich: Someone twice arrested for cocaine possession preaching about the dangers of alcoholism.