“The Score” by V of 40M is a strong anthem that is not only in tune with the spirit and the principles of the hip-hop genre but also conveys a pertinent message that is linked to the Black Independence movement called the Forty Million Strong (40M).
The song is a result of collaboration between 40M Tye and Hippie G and thus it is a great contribution to the lyrical diversity and the interplay of the song. Laback’s “The Score” was made in such a manner, that its message of change is emphasized with the help of advanced production methods. The beats are the backdrop and the moving force, at the same time, as it provides the ideal setting for the verses to be delivered by V and his partners. The lyrics are of deep meaning; V continues his journey of teaching, inspiring, and motivating people through music. Since the day it was birthed, V of 40M has utilized the platform to merge music and activism, to procure a sovereign land and autonomous rule for the Blacks.
This track is the defining moment in his musical journey, and the song symbolizes the spirit of the 40M movement, it is an attempt to break out of the traditional rap mold by including stories of social change and empowerment. “The Score” is more than just a song: it is a “call to action” and, at the same time, a “call to reflection”, that is put into the colorful and expressive world of hip hop. It is a banner that V of 40M carries to show that she is not only an artist but also a revolutionary voice in the modern music and culture scene.