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Vietnam War Protest Music
Protest Music• During the war, many artists protested Vietnam by
singing for peace and change.• Today we will listen to clips from six protest songs
during the time period.• Be ready to discuss each song, its meaning, and how
it related to the Vietnam protest movement. • As we listen, follow along with the lyrics and
highlight/annotate any important quotes.
Protest Music Questions1. What message does the song send
about the Vietnam War? (Examples!)
2. What message does the song send about protests and activism? (Examples!)
3. What is the overall message of the song?
Bob Dylan: “The Times are a Changin”
Buffalo Springfield: “For what its Worth”
Edwin Starr: “War”
Barry McGuire: “Eve of Destruction”
Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR): “Fortunate Son”
Eric Burdon and The Animals: “Sky Pilot”
John Lennon: “Give Peace a Chance”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhyiqGIJQus
The Doors: “Unknown Soldier”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jk-tbX7xVG4