"Man Plans God Laughs" is a studio album by American hip hop group Public Enemy. Following their tradition of releasing socially-conscious and politically-charged music, this album was released in July 2015. The title of the album was inspired by a Yiddish proverb, implying the unpredictability of life.
With this album, Public Enemy strived to stay relevant and speak directly about current issues affecting the urban communities. They thematically addressed socio-political concerns, including issues of race, inequality, and economic struggle. Musically, the album integrated elements of their classic sound while exploring new sonic territory, combining aggressive rap lyrics with a diverse backdrop of beats.
Despite the long-lasting career of Public Enemy, the album exhibits the same energy and commitment as their previous works. Members Chuck D and Flavor Flav remain at the core of the project, delivering potent verses and dynamic performances throughout the album.
The album was met with generally positive reviews from music critics, praising its ability to remain relevant and innovative despite being late into their career. Critics also praised the concise and focused nature of the album, as it runs a brief but dense 29 minutes long, showing that Public Enemy was capable of delivering their messages in a potent, direct manner.
