PUBLIC ENEMY

a US rap music group. They began in 1987 as the Black Panthers of Rap. Their songs often deal with political issues and are known for their aggressive words and ideas. They include Don’t Believe the Hype (1988) and Fear of a Black Planet (1990). Among their albums are It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back (1988), Give It Up (1994) and Revolverlution (2002).