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"Bomb the World" is a protest song single by Michael Franti & Spearhead from their album "Everyone Deserves Music". The Independent has called it "Franti's s response to September 11".

A remix called "Bomb The World" (Armageddon Mix) was produced by reggae/funk performers Sly and Robbie.

Reception

In 2003, the New Internationalist described the song as "the anthem of a new generation of anti-war protesters", praising its "stirring chorus" and its "coda ready-made for marching". In 2015, however, the Chicago Tribune called it "a lighthearted, mid-tempo pop song that recalls Bob Marley and Johnny Nash."

Track listings

US CD

1. "Bomb The World" (LP version) – 4:28
2. "Bomb The World" (Armageddon version) – 4:44

Official versions

• "Bomb The World" (LP version) – 4:28
• "Bomb The World" (Armageddon version) – 4:44

References

1. Michael Franti, Shepherd's Bush Empire, London, by Anna Chapman, in The Independent; published December 22, 2003; retrieved August 16, 2018
2. Even our enemies deserve music, by Jeff Chang, in the New Internationalist; published August 1, 2003; retrieved August 16, 2018
3. Michael Franti expands his sonic palette, by Steve Knopper, in the Chicago Tribune; published June 18, 2015; retrieved August 16, 2018

• 2003 singles
• American reggae songs
• Michael Franti songs
• 2003 songs
• Songs written by Michael Franti
• Anti-war songs