Before there was rap music, there was the poetry of Gil Scott-Heron set to soulful melodies. In this live 2001 concert, the influential author, poet and musician performs some of his thought-provoking tunes at the Paris jazz club New Morning. Songs include "The Bottle," "Johannesburg," "A Lovely Day," "Blue Collar," "Work for Peace," "Angel Dust," "Winter in Amerika," "Your Daddy Loves You" and more.