Changes: An Oral History of Tupac Shakur

In the summer of 2020, Tupac Shakur's single "Changes" became an anthem for the world wide protests sparked by the murder of George Floyd. The song became so popular in fact, it was vaulted onto the iTunes charts more than 20 years after it's release - proving that Tupac's music and the way it addresses systemic racism, police brutality, mass incarceration, income inequality, and a failing education system is just as important as ever.  In Changes, Sheldon Pearce interviews dozens of individuals about various phases of Tupac's life. Among them are a childhood family friend; an actor who costarred with him in a Harlem production of A Raisin in The Sun when he was 12 years old; a high school drama teacher who recognized and nurtured his talent; a casting director who helped him launch his film career; technicians, producers, and many others who he once collaborated with.  Woven together, their voices combine portray Tupac in all his complexities and contradiction. This book illustrates n