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9 Politically Active Musicians

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Green Day's "American Idiot" is one of today's most politically-charged albums. (@amazonmusic / Twitter)

Michelle Tiu
Entertainment Producer

VIDEO: Whether it's LGBT rights or anti-war activism, many musicians get their inspiration from socio-political issues.