Tracklist, Album Covers, Info and Fun Facts
“Renegades” is the 4th and final studio album by Rage Against The Machine, released on December 5, 2000. Unlike previous albums, it consists entirely of cover songs from a wide range of artists, reflecting the band’s diverse influences while maintaining their signature aggressive style and political edge.
This album serves as a tribute to the artists and movements that inspired Rage’s own revolutionary spirit.
Tracklist of “Renegades”
1️⃣ Renegades of Funk (Afrika Bambaataa)
2️⃣ The Ghost of Tom Joad (Bruce Springsteen)
3️⃣ Maggie’s Farm (Bob Dylan)
4️⃣ Washington Bullets (The Clash)
5️⃣ Kick Out the Jams (MC5)
6️⃣ Tire Me (Mudhoney)
7️⃣ Down on the Street (The Stooges)
8️⃣ Ball of Confusion (The Temptations)
9️⃣ Walking Blues (Son House)
🔟 How I Could Just Kill a Man (Cypress Hill)
1️⃣1️⃣ Viva Zapata (Buffalo Springfield)
1️⃣2️⃣ Street Fighting Man (The Rolling Stones)
Fun Facts & Trivia
🎸 Tribute Album
“Renegades” honors the diverse range of artists and genres that shaped Rage Against The Machine’s sound, from punk to hip-hop to blues.
🔥 Raw and Energetic
The band gives each cover a gritty, heavy sound while staying true to the spirit of the originals.
🎤 Political Spirit
Even though these are covers, the political and rebellious energy remains central.
🎶 Last Studio Album
This was the band’s final album before their 2000 breakup and Zack de la Rocha’s departure.
Cultural Legacy
“Renegades” shows Rage Against The Machine’s ability to reinterpret songs with raw intensity and political edge, bridging genres while celebrating their roots.
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