The Specials – Rat Race
The Specials – Rat Race (1980)
Directed by: Unknown
Rat Race by The Specials, released in 1980, is a biting commentary on class and societal pressures. This track became a defining song of the 2 Tone movement, fusing ska and punk elements. The music video, directed by The Specials themselves, highlights the band’s political undertones and energetic performance. It was part of their effort to address the frustrations of the working class, a theme recurrent in their music.
