S2E6 – Power by Kanye West

In this episode of Dissect, host Cole Kushner continues his analysis of Kanye West's "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy," focusing on the song "POWER." He explores the song's production, highlighting samples and the significance of its C minor key in the context of heroic struggle, drawing parallels to classical music. Kushner also examines the music video's symbolic imagery, including references to Horus, the phoenix, and the sword of Damocles. He then delves into a lyrical analysis, interpreting Kanye's exploration of power, fame, and internal conflict, including themes of suicide and the struggle to maintain creative purity. The analysis concludes by posing the question of whether one has the power to relinquish power, prompting listeners to consider the complexities of empathy and the pressures faced by those in positions of influence.