This signed sheet music is for Rise Above by Black Flag, autographed by frontman Henry Rollins, one of punk rock’s most commanding voices. Released in 1981 as the opening track on Black Flag’s debut album Damaged, Rise Above is a blistering hardcore punk anthem. With its furious tempo, snarling guitars, and defiant lyrics, the song delivers a message of resilience against oppression, societal pressure, and negativity. “We are tired of your abuse / Try to stop us, it’s no use” became a rallying cry for the burgeoning hardcore punk movement, embodying both the anger and empowerment of a generation that rejected mainstream culture. The track remains one of Black Flag’s signature songs and a cornerstone of American punk history. Henry Rollins (born 1961) joined Black Flag in 1981 and quickly became the band’s defining voice and stage presence. Known for his intense performances, uncompromising energy, and confrontational delivery, Rollins helped push Black Flag’s sound and message to new extremes. Beyond his years with the band, he has built a multifaceted career as a spoken-word artist, author, actor, and activist, continuing to channel the DIY ethos of punk into every facet of his work. His tenure with Black Flag, however, remains legendary, marking him as one of the most important frontmen in hardcore punk. Owning this signed sheet music for Rise Above is more than a collectible—it’s a piece of punk history tied to one of the most influential bands of the American underground. For fans of Black Flag, admirers of Henry Rollins, and collectors of punk rock memorabilia, this artifact captures the uncompromising spirit and cultural impact of a true hardcore anthem.

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