Some of the funniest and most literate lyrics in all music . . . From deadpan attacks on racism to withering sarcasm about the Great Society; from Chomskian rants to parodies of media shallowness - every line comes coated in a sardonically witty turn of phrase * * Time Out * * Accessible, intelligent, rhythmic writing which makes poetry seem worthwhile again * * The List * * Praise for Gil Scott-Heron: Engaging and immensely human . . . Much like his poetry, Scott-Heron's style is spare and effective, offering up jagged observations on fame, friendship and political and racial injustice * * Independent on Sunday * * Scott-Heron is such a fine writer . . . As readers and fans alike, we are left to mourn the passing of surely, the least likely pop star ever, one with a truly brilliant mind * * Sunday Times * * Gil Scott-Heron is timeless * * New York Times * *
